American mezzo-soprano Kate Jackman is a multifaceted performer, renowned for her magnetic stage presence and “rich, burning tone.”(Washington Classical Review)

In the 2024-2025 season, Kate sang the role of Federica in Washington Concert Opera’s highly acclaimed production of Verdi’s Luisa Miller. “Her appearance, deportment and voice, which was stirring across the register, glided effortlessly through the music with notable tonal sheen” (Opera News)

In other seasons, Kate has proven “winningly wily and dauntless” in repertoire ranging from Baroque to Verismo, and classic repertoire to new works and several premieres. Her roles include Bradamante in Alcina with Fargo-Moorhead Opera, Maddalena in Rigoletto and with Maryland Opera, Prince Orlofsky in several productions of Die Fledermaus, and the lead role of Jennie the Terrier in Oliver Knussen’s Higglety Pigglety Pop! at the Tanglewood Festival of Contemporary Music. Kate has also premiered several roles in operas by Michael Ching, Robert Paterson, Douglas Buchanan, and Joshua Bornfield.

In addition to her roles, Kate is a prolific concert soloist and recitalist. She has performed as a soloist at The Kennedy Center, The Baltimore Symphony, and over international broadcasting at The Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington, D.C.. She has also presented recitals at some of the most prestigious venues in the country, including Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, and Seiji Ozawa Hall at The Tanglewood Music Center.