A Voice for Every Occasion
Multi-Talented Performer and Cantor, Bringing Diverse Musical Styles and Tradition to Every Stage and Celebration
Music for Every Occasion
Versatile Styles
Jazz, pop, folk, classical, and more.
Tailored Entertainment
Customized music for all events.
Decades of Experience
Performances with renowned artists.
A Versatile Voice for Every Stage
I am Kathy Robbins, a multi-faceted singer, guitarist, keyboard player, percussionist, dancer, band leader and MC, with a performance career that spans nationwide. From intimate solo performances to big bands and smaller combos, my diverse vocal and instrumental styles have earned me acclaim. My repertoire covers a wide range, from current pop hits and jazz standards to folk, country, vintage rock ‘n’ roll, Latin rhythms, musical theatre, classical, and ethnic music. My range of skills allows me to cater to diverse needs, creating memorable experiences for any audience.
Then...and Now
After completing my Masters degree in Educational Psychology from The University of Texas at Austin (1976) where I began singing in clubs, I decided to switch gear and return to New York to pursue a career in the music business. In 1982, to escape the cold winters, I moved to Southern California and founded Kathy Robbins Orchestras and Entertainment, providing concerts, cocktails and dance music for corporate events, weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvah receptions, and country club galas. Currently, I am thrilled to offer a variety of musical ensembles, with a special emphasis on my jazz/pop/roots trio, ‘Entre New.’
My Cantorial Journey
While building my entertainment career in San Diego, bringing not only a range of pop music styles but also Yiddish music to a grateful community, I was also hired as Music Specialist at Congregation Beth Israel where I took on the added responsibility of leading 30-minute worship services with the children twice weekly . Having grown up in a Reform Jewish community, I was somewhat familiar with aspects of our liturgical /musical tradition and welcomed the opportunity to learn more from the teachers and rabbi. With this new skill set, I was referred by Rabbi Lenore Bohm to the president of a 35-family Reform congregation called Temple Solel in Encinitas, to sing and play guitar for their High Holy Days Services in 1984.
The congregation grew in leaps and bounds over the years and while serving the congregation, I received my Cantorial Certification through Hebrew Union College- Institute of Religion- School of Sacred Music.
As Cantor Kathy Robbins, I served Temple Solel , now in Cardiff-by-the Sea, as their Founding Cantor until 2010.
Subsequently, I became a Community Cantor, leading Jewish worship services for The Elijah Minyan in Carlsbad and Seacrest Village Retirement Community in Encinitas, while also serving the unaffiliated Jewish and interfaith communities in Southern California. I officiate weddings ceremonies, funerals and memorial services, Bar and Bat Mitzvah services and baby naming ceremonies. I also tutor Bar and Bat Mitzvah students and provide Hebrew tutoring for adults.
A Versatile Performer
Whether singing with an ensemble of any size or going solo with guitar or keyboard, whether using my voice to console and uplift in spiritual settings or to move and delight audiences in the secular realm, my array of professional skills and talents are available to meet your needs. Hear and feel it for yourself. Schedule an event with me.