Katie Thiroux Trio

Katie Thiroux, born February 3, 1988, and raised in Los Angeles, California, is a bassist and vocalist of outstanding talent and determination. In early 2009, Thiroux joined Terri Lyne Carrington at the Münster Jazz Festival. Shortly after the performance in Germany they formed a trio with Dr. Billy Taylor for a special performance at the Berklee Performance Center.

While in her last semester at Berklee College of Music, Miss Thiroux received an invitation to join the faculty at the University de San Francisco in Quito, Ecuador. In late August 2009, Thiroux began teaching over 30 bass and vocal students. Between working on her pedagogical techniques, composing new material and adapting to the fascinating
culture in Ecuador, Thiroux performs with her own trio and other notable artists across the world. Being on the road and performing internationally galvanizes her to collect influences for her art.

In the Fall of 2009, Thiroux plans to release her debut album with her top-notch rhythm section, whom she met at Berklee. Inspired by the invigorating styles of Oscar Peterson, Ray Brown and Anita O’Day, Katie’s acrobatic vocals and brilliant instrumental arrangements make her a rising force in today’s scene.