Kathryn Bakke

Overcoming Impossible Challenges! Audiences all over the upper Midwest and both coasts remember Kathryn Bakke, speaker and pianist entertainer, for her courageous, motivating message and her creative theme shows. A survivor of two major hearing losses, Kathryn role models triumph over a disability. Having, audiences gain skills to leave with an "I can!" frame of mind, as Kathryn tells how she confronted and conquered almost every encountered musical challenge. They head for home, better prepared to meet their unique challenges and creatively overcome them. As a pianist and storyteller, she is uniquely entertaining. Each theme show is crafted for a touch of nostalgia, a generous helping of stunning musicianship and a liberal peppering of commentary and tales to tickle your funny bone. Such titles as "Nice Work if You Can Get It", Laugh with the Irish" and the Funny Side: Muddles Make Memories" pique audience interest - and afterward, they leave with compelling and chuckly memories. "You were phenomonal! They loved the songs you chose and the jokes you told. Their toes were tapping and their smiles showed you brought them back to a different place in time." Katie Warrington, Sunnycrest Village. Two popular topics are her musical keynote: "Overcoming Impossible Challenges" and her breakout session: "Beyond ADA: Adventures in Innovative and Affordable Hearing Loss Access." "With great confidence that I recommend Kathryn Bakke to individuals and groups interested in learning more about the deaf and hard of hearing community and/or in experiencing some wonderful musical entertainment." Craig J. Dunn, Executive Director, VSArts of MN Complete information can be found at kathrynbakke.com