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Kirsten

Gentle background music for events

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Based in Johannesburg, Gauteng

About

Kirsten Watkins is a versatile and highly experienced vocalist, pianist and saxophonist, who provides sophisticated, upmarket and appropriate entertainment catered to each specific function and clients' personal preferences.Creating a relaxed ambience at events, Kirsten's favourite styles include light jazz and the tunes of Norah Jones, Eva Cassidy, Katie Melua and the like. Her vocals are complimented by her accompaniment on the keyboard or piano and she also offers the well-known standards on the alto saxophone to add versatility to her repertoire. Kirsten has been performing as a solo artist for 15 years and performed at numerous venues for a wide variety of clients including Hoegh Autoliners new car carrier naming ceremony at Polana Serena Mocambique, CFO Awards at Summerplace Sandton, Huawei Gala Dinner held at Sandton Convention Centre and BMW's annual golf days.

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Vocals and Piano

A Love That Will Last Ain't No Sunshine Angel Blue Moon Bubbly Chasing Pirates Closest thing to crazy Cold, Cold Heart Come away with me Don’t know why Feelin' the same way Feels Like Home Fields Of Gold Hands Home I Will Remember You If You Were A Sailboat I'll ne your baby tonight Killing Me Softly With His song Let There Be Love Lets fall in love Lonestar Long day is over L-O-V-E Love me tender Love Will Keep Us Alive My aphrodisiac Nearness of you Never saw blue Nightingale Nine million bicycles Not Too Late One Fine Day One flight down Rosie's Lullaby Someone to watch over me Songbird Stand beside me Thank You, Stars The climb The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face The rose The Song Remembers When Those Sweet Words To make You Feel My Love Turn me on What Am I To You White flag Wind Beneath My Wings

Saxophone

A Foggy Day Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now) Aint that a kick in the head Almost like being in love Anyone Of Us (Stupid Mistake) Bewitched beyond the sea But Not For Me Bye bye blackbird Cant help Colourblind Complicated Do nothing till you hear from me Embraceable You Emily fever Am Fly me to the moon Flying home Girl from ipanema God bless the child have i told you lately that I love you Have you met miss jones Hit the road jack How deep is your love How Long Has This Been Going On I Got Rhythm I will talk and hollywood will listen I wish I knew how it would be to be free If tomorrow never comes If You're Not The One I'm getting sentimental over you Is you is or is you aint my baby It was a very good year I've Got A Crush On You I've grown accustomed to her face Jump, jive and wail Mack the knife Mas que nada Misty My funny valentine Nothing Compares 2 U One for my baby Perhaps perhaps perhaps 's Wonderful Someone To Watch Over Me Something stupid Somewhere over the rainbow Straighten up and fly right Sway

Past events & performances

1. Birthday party (2026) 2. Birthday party (2026) 3. Birthday (2025)

R 5 000 – R 10 000

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Services offered

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Background / Ambient

R 5 000

Soft background music for cocktail hours, networking events or dinners

Cocktail hour set

R 5 000

Live performance during drinks reception or pre-dinner socialising

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Common questions

Common questions about Kirsten

What type of events does Kirsten perform at?
Kirsten performs at weddings, corporate events, gala dinners and various functions, among other event types. She tailors her repertoire to create the right ambience for each occasion and client preference.
What does a performance by Kirsten include?
Kirsten's performances feature her vocals accompanied by keyboard or piano, and she also performs standards on alto saxophone. Her style centres on light jazz and contemporary artists like Norah Jones, Eva Cassidy and Katie Melua.
Where is Kirsten based?
Kirsten has performed at prestigious venues across South Africa, including Sandton, Mozambique and beyond, with 15 years of experience as a solo artist.
How do I book Kirsten?
Submit a free enquiry on Kirsten's Gigster profile with your event details and date. You'll receive a quote, and your booking is protected by a signed contract and secure deposit.