20/10/2026
Sooke is by nature an artistic community with the enphasis firmly on Nature tucked away as it is into a sheltered cove among the big trees on the western side of Vancouver Island named as it is after its indigenous forefather's the beauty of nature is always on the door step.
Katrina Kadoski is at the heart of the cultural scene that seems to grows naturally and organically in the community here. I'm very pleased to say she has been my guide for much of my stay so far. Thanks so much Kat.
A profile Canadian folk singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, 'force of nature' & theater artist here in Sooke, British Columbia.
​Known for her rootsy storytelling and rich vocals, she weaves regional history and personal narratives into her original music.
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Hailing from Fort McMurray, Alberta, Kat began singing as a child and earned early recognition winning local music festival vocal awards before pursuing her musical career full-time she takes that experience with enthusiasm into her instrument and song tuition paying it forward.
​"Cougar Annie Tales": One of her most celebrated projects is the multimedia stage show and album, Cougar Annie Tales. Inspired by her time living as a caretaker at the remote homestead of legendary Vancouver Island pioneer Ada Annie Rae-Arthur (Cougar Annie) in Clayoquot Sound, Kat combined dramatic storytelling, archival images, and original songs written by kerosene lamp. Winning Victoria Fringe Festival (2012): Awarded Audience Favourite / Pick of the Fringe. Recognized widely across Vancouver Island and British Columbia for its blending of original folk music, archival field recordings, spoken word, Extensive tours throughout Western Canada, including performances at theaters, folk clubs, and cultural centers across BC.
We talk more about Cougar Annie in this Sooke series this week also about her work as musical director of the Prison Theatre group at the William Head institute later too.
​Discography & Projects: She has released several studio recordings, including After the Shipwreck and Wolves Outside Your Door.
​Collaborations: Beyond her solo discography, she actively collaborates across the Pacific Northwest folk music scene, including participating in historical storytelling initiatives like the BC Folk Song Project.
Told you so ' A force of nature '
Katrina Kadoski's official website is www.katrinakadoski.com.
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