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Erin Krebs

Erin Krebs is a dynamic performer well on her way to becoming one of Wisconsin's premier and most treasured vocalists. Ranging from sultry jazz stylings to bebop scat to belting out the Blues, her performances exude confidence and a passion for life that audiences instantly recognize as genuine and heartfelt. Recently, Erin has been recognized by WAMI (Wisconsin Area Music Industry) for the 2016 Female Vocalist of the Year. Erin grew up in Southern Wisconsin, where she showed a love of music at an early age- singing on table tops at age 3. A few years later, she started playing flute and other woodwinds. Erin attended UW-Oshkosh, where received her Bachelor of Music Education Degree in 2003. She taught music in private schools from 2004-2014, and is currently focusing on her career as a vocalist. Erin also maintains a private studio at Sounds Alive in Neenah, WI where she teaches woodwind, piano and voice lessons. Erin often works in a duo with her partner, guitarist Jeff Johnston. With 30 plus years of performing, he has developed a well-traveled musical fluency that compliments Erin's extensive repertoire and songwriting style. Together, Erin and Jeff are able to provide a dynamic and versatile musical experience. While she primarily works with Jeff, Erin has a Jazz group, and sings in Jeff's blues band. She is featured with the Water City Jazz Orchestra, as well as The Jazz Orgy. Erin's debut album was released in June 2016.

Awards

2016 Nominee- Female Vocalist of the Year, WAMI (Wisconsin Area Music Industry)


Tags

"Modern Elegance With A Touch of Nostalgia" -Music Speaks, April 2014

"...Krebs is an emerging star who captivates audiences from her opening note." -The Scene Newspaper, February 2014

Primary Instrument

Vocals

Willing to teach

Beginner to advanced

Credentials/Background

I teach piano and woodwind lessons to beginners and beyond in the Fox Cities Area of Wisconsin (Neenah, Appleton, etc). I have a degree in music education from the University of WI-Oshkosh and a current, valid WI teaching license in Instrumental Music. For voice lessons I teach beginners-intermediate and can also do coaching for students interested specifically in Jazz and Blues. If you need someone to help you with charts/lead sheets, I can help! I will work with you to find the right keys and help you arrange the chart so that musicians will love playing with you!

Music

Videos

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