Katleen Dugas and her guitarist Mark Rauhala built an explosive musical program! Drawing from their diverse cultural, musical, and educational backgrounds, the duo is in Jeddah on the occasion of the Festival de la francophonie.
They will perfom the most beautiuful french songs of Yves Montand, Cole Porter, Edith Piaf, Eartha Kitt, Pink Martini, Zaz, Claude François, Patricia Kass, Stromae, Mika, Angèle, Joe Dassin,...
Katleen Dugas was raised bilingually and studied music at OCU in the United States, having grown up with American musical staples such as rock, jazz, and gospel, all the while soaking in the French classics from the likes of icons such as Édith Piaf and Claude François. As such, her eclectic vocal abilities are imbued with the unmistakable French character that has been imparted to her by her paternal heritage. This unique blend of musical influences combined with her wide vocal range is sure to captivate audiences whether she is singing delicate, lilting melodies or inspiring her listeners to rise to their feet whilst belting out blistering lead vocal lines.
Mark Rauhala was born in the United States, he is an avid electric guitarist, Mark enjoys bringing elements from his favorite guitarists to new genres and new cultures. His passion for entertaining audiences in a variety of languages with his characteristic attitude while unconventionally yet seamlessly incorporating the electric guitar into diverse musical scenarios makes him the ideal accompanist for the frontwoman Katleen.
