I'm Katalina Gonzalez, a dynamic guitarist known as KAT, with over 20 years of professional experience performing, recording, and composing across jazz fusion, funk, pop, and world music. I’m recognized for an expressive tone, strong improvisational skills, and a deep understanding of jazz harmony and modern fusion techniques, which I bring to both studio sessions and live performances. I thrive as both a soloist and a collaborative session guitarist, working closely with producers, engineers, and artists to deliver high-quality performances. I also run my own guitar school and have led original projects, clinics, and tours across Colombia, Africa, and North America.

Katalina Gonzalez

I'm Katalina Gonzalez, a dynamic guitarist known as KAT, with over 20 years of professional experience performing, recording, and composing across jazz fusion, funk, pop, and world music. I’m recognized for an expressive tone, strong improvisational skills, and a deep understanding of jazz harmony and modern fusion techniques, which I bring to both studio sessions and live performances. I thrive as both a soloist and a collaborative session guitarist, working closely with producers, engineers, and artists to deliver high-quality performances. I also run my own guitar school and have led original projects, clinics, and tours across Colombia, Africa, and North America.

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I’m Katalina Gonzalez, a dynamic guitarist known as KAT, with over 20 years of professional experience performing, recording, and composing across jazz fusion, funk, pop, and world music. I’m recognized for an expressive tone, strong improvisational skills, and a deep understanding of jazz harmony and modern fusion techniques, which I bring to both studio sessions and live performances.
I thrive as both a soloist and a collaborative session guitarist, working closely with producers, engineers, and artists to deliver high-quality performances. I also run my own guitar school and have led original projects, clinics, and tours across Colombia, Africa, and North America.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Guitar Player at Mujeres a la Plancha (Musical)
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022
Guitarist for the musical Mujeres a la Plancha, performing live on national tours in Colombia.
Guitar Player at Cuando seas Grande
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Guitarist for the musical Cuando seas Grande, Colombia.
Guitar Player at La Vuelta al Mundo en Ochenta Dias
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Guitarist for the musical Around the World in Eighty Days, Colombia.
Guitar Player at Dorothy y el Anillo de la imaginación
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Guitarist for the musical Dorothy and the Ring of Imagination, Colombia.
Guitar Clinician at USA/Mexico/Chile/Colombia - Guitar Clinics
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Delivered guitar clinics in USA (2019), Mexico (2018), Chile (2018), and Colombia (2017–2018).
Ibanez Artist at Ibanez
January 1, 2018 - Present
Endorsed artist; participated in Ibanez Army recording sessions.
Blackstar Representative Artist at Blackstar
January 1, 2010 - Present
Brand ambassador; featured in promotional campaigns and artist pages.
Guitar Clinician at Guitar Clinician (Kenya/Africa Tour 2017)
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Delivered clinics and performed original music during Africa tour (Kenya, 2017).
Festival Performer at Del Bosque University guitar festival
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
Participated in guitar festival events; performed original music.

Education

Guitar Clinic at Scott Henderson Guitar Clinic
January 1, 2016 - December 5, 2025
Guitar Clinic at Mike Stern Guitar Clinic
January 1, 2015 - December 5, 2025
Guitar Clinic at Frank Gambale Guitar Clinic
January 1, 2012 - December 5, 2025
Music School at Colombian Jazz School
January 1, 1996 - December 5, 2025
Music School at F. Cristancho Music School
January 1, 1995 - December 5, 2025
University Studies at National University of Colombia
January 1, 1992 - December 5, 2025
Autodidact at Self-taught
January 1, 1991 - December 5, 2025

Qualifications

Ibanez Artist Endorsement
January 1, 2018 - December 5, 2025
Blackstar Artist Endorsement
January 1, 2010 - December 5, 2025
Representative for EMMAT School of Music
January 1, 2010 - December 5, 2025
Representative figure (Graduation Godmother) for IAM Institute of Music
January 1, 2012 - December 5, 2025
Honorific Participant, UB Guitar Festival (Del Bosque University)
January 1, 2015 - December 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services