Katinka Kleijn Tickets

Katinka Kleijn is a Dutch-born cellist and composer whose work bridges classical training with improvisation, avant-garde technique, and performance art. Based in Chicago and teaching at DePaul University since 2000, she has earned recognition for interdisciplinary projects and innovative premieres. Her career spans collaborations, premieres, and recordings that defy easy genre labels, inviting listeners into immersive sonic experiences.

Her artistry has been highlighted by major outlets, including coverage in The New York Times and TIME Magazine, reflecting her impact on contemporary music and multidisciplinary performance. Katinka’s ongoing projects emphasize collaboration, experimentation, and site-specific works that engage audiences in new ways.

Upcoming highlights include the 2025 Ubique release featuring Anna Thorvaldsdottir, a West Coast premiere, and live dates at Ojai, Hungry Brain in Chicago, and The Momentary in Bentonville. Her discography spans seven-plus releases with notable collaborations — from Stir and Sine Nomine to Momentum 5 and the Dai Fujikura Cello Concerto recording — and extends to side projects like Kari Watson & Katinka Kleijn (Vistas, 2025).

Whether performing a rigorous classical recital, an improvisational exploration, or a multidisciplinary installation, Katinka Kleijn invites audiences to experience music without boundaries. Secure your seats to her upcoming shows and follow her journey as she continues to expand the cello’s possibilities.

City-based performances connect audiences with Chicago’s vibrant contemporary scene, while West Coast and national dates bring her innovative approach to venues and spaces nationwide.