Katarzyna Witorski Octet

Inspired by Andrea Keller’s Wave Rider and Linda Oh’s Aventurine, Kat formed an octet ensemble in 2019 which focuses on recording and performing her original compositions and arrangements. Fusing an unconventional string quartet with a jazz quartet, her pieces are influenced by classical, jazz, film music and contemporary sensibilities. Kat’s music explores light and dark musical landscapes, drawing from personal experiences that create an emotional, ornate listening experience. The octet made their debut performance at Lebowskis in early January, 2020 (pictured above) and will continue performing and recording together.
After recording and independently releasing two singles from isolation, Kat is currently leading the group to remotely record an EP. With the help from the Experimental Collaborations Grant by the Fine Arts and Music department, (University of Melbourne) From a Distance will be a four track album recorded remotely featuring unreleased material including a new work. Each member will record in their home space, individually layering their parts to complete each track. Due for release Friday 13th November 2020.