Ekaterina Shelehova

Ekaterina Shelehova, an exceptional singer, performer, and composer, began her musical journey at age three. She went on to release her first EP of Children’s Songs at the age of 6. Growing up in Hamilton, Ontario, she quickly showcased her talent by participating in numerous competitions and concerts, securing first place in the renowned Kiwanis Competition in 2008, 2010, and 2012.

During high school, Ekaterina studied at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto, earning three Gold Medals for highest grade in Vocal and a diploma for Grade 10 Vocal Performance. She also completed her piano studies, receiving her ARCT diploma in Piano Pedagogy. In 2013, under the pseudonym "KATYA," she recorded her debut solo album, MOONLIGHT, which remains available on all streaming platforms.

In 2014, Ekaterina auditioned for the Conservatorio G. Verdi in Milan, Italy, where she went on to complete her Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Opera with outstanding marks. Her international career blossomed in 2016 when she was invited to perform solo concerts at the Kostomuksha Music Festival in Russia.

Ekaterina's journey continued in 2019 with a tour of China alongside the iSing Opera Academy, performing in cities such as Suzhou, Beijing, and Guangzhou. She has graced numerous television shows, including a mainstream TV show in Beijing, Italy's Nessun Dorma, where she shared the stage with Ted Neely, and I Soliti Ignoti.

In 2021, Ekaterina's performance of Earth Melodies on Italia's Got Talent went viral, amassing over 500 million views online. This performance not only skyrocketed her fame but also allowed her to explore new avenues, such as co-writing the soundtrack for the Italian movie The Tempest, and collaborating on animations as well as movies as a singer and composer. Her original song Earth Melodies remains her most famous track to date, captivating fans globally. Her covers of Now We Are Free from Gladiator, Beyond the Quiet River, and her original pieces such as Conjuring Storms and Ateşh and Moon have also received widespread acclaim.

Ekaterina continued to showcase her talent on Bulgaria's Got Talent in 2022, reaching the semifinals with her original piece Awakening. She has collaborated with many artists, including Gennady Tkachenko-Papizh, recording a series of improvisations in Berlin, Germany. The first of these, Spirit Visions, was released in October 2022, She has also created original tracks with Worakls, and performs as a part of Worakls Orchestra in selected concerts. 

In April 2023, Ekaterina released a praised cover of Savage Daughter, a Viking-age, Norse-styled classic composed by Karen Kahan and produced by Panos Topalidis. Her version has been widely appreciated by fans worldwide.

Ekaterina Shelehova's unique blend of ethno-operatic music has carved out a niche for her in the music world. She believes that music has the power to heal, inspire, and reach the deepest parts of ourselves. As a solo singer for the world-renowned band ERA during the Live Experience ERA Tour, and a celebrated solo artist, Ekaterina continues to mesmerize audiences with her powerful voice and emotive performances.

We at Music Traveler are honored to have Ekaterina Shelehova as our ambassador, bringing her incredible talent and passion for music to inspire and connect with audiences around the globe.