Ivory Cat (Cathie Krueger ) - Keyboard, Vocals

Adjectives such as "diverse, creative and prepared" accurately capture Cathie's musical experience, talents and approach. Her background includes 30 years of multi-generational piano instruction (Cathie draws upon her 9 years as a teacher, education degrees from Bethel and St. Thomas, and an undergraduate music minor to tailor lessons for individual students). She has been accompanying musical groups of many styles and sizes since high school - the spectrum includes show choirs, praise bands, college chorales, and gospel groups such as Stand Up. As a church organist for about 25 years (serving three church denominations full-time, and many others as a fill-in), and as a training consultant and performer for the well-known Rogers organ company, she has demonstrated adaptability and innovation. Cathie prides herself on diligently preparing for upcoming events, and prides herself on infusing "feeling" into pieces, bringing life to the notes. Her keyboard skills are supplemented by acclaimed experience as a clarinetist, and she continues growing musically through studying the guitar and accordion, and dabbling in composition. Finally, Cathie has a fine alto voice to round out her abilities.

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