Hetty Kate Duo

Hetty Kate & Libor Šmoldas (AU / CZ)

Hetty Kate – Voice
Libor Šmoldas – Guitar

"(Hetty Kate) hat eine Bühnenpräsenz, die nur durch die Klarheit ihrer Stimme erreicht wird" – James Morrison (Australien)

"(Libor Šmoldas) ist ein warmherziger, erfinderischer Straight-Ahead-Gitarrist mit einigen großartigen Ideen und dem Chops, um sie auszudrücken." – Jazz Express Magazine USA

An Australian / Czech jazz duo, vocalist Hetty Kate and guitarist Libor Šmoldas have performed on stages large and small, from New Zealand to New York. With their warm and masterful approach to the classics and curiosities of the Great American Songbook it is easy to compare them to the great voice and guitar duos of the past, Ella Fitzgerald and Joe Pass or Julie London and Les Paul.

Guitarist Libor Šmoldas has a celebrated career in the Czech Republic and Europe. Critics have praised his smooth, effortless, and melodic approach, as well as his love of jazz and his warmth towards the audience. Libor has worked, toured, and recorded with James Morrison, Bobby Watson, Jon Faddis, George Mraz, Jeff Ballard, Adam Nussbaum, and Gregory Hutchinson, and performed at clubs and festivals across the world.

Vocalist Hetty Kate has been based in France for the past seven years and first sang in Dresden in 2011. With a light, relaxed yet masterful approach to music, her clear voice is often described as sounding like a young Ella Fitzgerald or Blossom Dearie. Hetty has toured internationally for over a decade, released eleven albums and swings her way through a large repertoire of treasures from the swing and bebop eras of jazz.

For this intimate concert, Hetty and Libor will play favorites from the American Songbook and popular tunes from Hetty's albums. Join us for an intimate autumn evening of swinging jazz, beautiful music and stories.

Hetty Kate Duo

Hetty Kate is a charismatic and technically gifted jazz vocalist who is praised by critics and audiences alike. Growing up in England and Australia and now living in France, she has released nine albums and conquered stages from New Zealand to New York.

As one of the best swing vocalists on the current jazz scene, Hetty Kate is appreciated by renowned labels and artists in Australia and Europe. Her exceptional musical expression and unmistakable voice make her a unique entertainer.

Hetty’s performances at world-class jazz festivals have made her a sought-after guest. Highlights of her career include her collaboration with James Morrison and her soloist roles at symphonic concerts.

In addition, Hetty Kate enriches the music scene with her performances in musicals and other projects. In Australia, she is engaged in a special community program to make music accessible to people who cannot travel.