Kate Kortum live in Long Beach

Experience Kate Kortum live on January 31st

Kate Kortum will be performing at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center in Long Beach, California on January 31, 2027. Kortum is a vocalist and composer known for her work within the jazz tradition, often incorporating elements of improvisation, scat singing, and a distinctive vocal timbre. Her music frequently draws inspiration from bebop and explores complex harmonic structures while maintaining accessibility. She has released several albums as a leader and has collaborated with prominent figures in contemporary jazz.

The Carpenter Performing Arts Center resides on the campus of California State University, Long Beach. Opened in 1994, it is named for Richard and Karen Carpenter, Long Beach natives and iconic musical performers. The center was designed by the architectural firm Barton Myers Associates and is recognized for its acoustics and adaptable spaces. It features a 1,071-seat main hall – where Kortum will perform – specifically engineered for orchestral and amplified performances. Beyond musical events, the Carpenter Center hosts dance performances, lectures, and other cultural presentations. The venue aims to serve both the university community and the wider Southern California region as a premier performing arts destination.