Marina Kesler

As an artist, my inspiration comes from the melodic and poetic context of a song or an aria. It stems from the desire to express the feelings and emotions of the character I am portraying with my vocal interpretation. As soon as I set my foot on stage, I am communicating in a language not bound by race or culture, a language everyone speaks but no one can ever write the words to. In this moment of human inspiration, I feel truly alive and free, a creature of music. The art of song is one of the most beautiful forms of an individual expression, creativity, sincerity and emotional content. My goal is to sing the songs that people really love, remember and can relate to. The art of communication with the live audience makes each performance valuable to me. I give the audience a sense of belonging and togetherness, uniting people of the diverse backgrounds and cultures through music - this is my biggest joy and satisfaction.

Originally from the Ukraine, Los Angeles based mezzo soprano Marina Kesler has

been praised for her vocal strength and resonance. At the age of nine, she picked up a guitar, and at fourteen, she graduated from Odessa Music School in guitar performance. In 1989, Marina moved to the United States settling in Los Angeles, CA where she continues to pursue her passion for music and professional singing. She has been studying the art of classical bel canto for several years with renowned vocal teachers and coaches.

Over the years, Ms. Kesler has been successfully performing in both public and private venues. She has been thrilling a sellout crowd at Hollywood's legendary Cinegrill and the Gardenia cabaret clubs. She has been performing for numerous community concerts and charity events. Marina is delighting her audience with emotionally moving and powerful voice, and extraordinary international musical offering.

In 2010, Marina released a new CD album “Return” celebrating her progress as a singer and an artist with the collection of opera arias, American standards, and the original songs.

Ms. Kesler came to opera later in life;

she has been seen as Third Lady (Die Zauberflöte), Amneris cover, chorus (Aida),

Marcellina (Marraige of Figaro), Marianna (Luisa Fernanda), Clown Doctor (Heist), Mercedes cover, chorus(Carmen) and in scenes as Zia Principessa (Suor Angelica) and as the title role in Carmen. Marina has recently performed as

Cinderella’s Mother in Into The Woods. A versatile musician, Ms. Kesler has

developed a loyal following in Southern California for her performances of

original songs, American and international standards. She introduces opera to her

followers as well, offering an eclectic mix of vocal genres on her recordings Return and Love Ballads.Marina Kesler balances her music career with her day job as a physical therapist. An orthopedic and pelvic health clinical specialist, she is helping people gain functional independence, recover from injuries, and have passion for life. She is also a mom raising a beautiful 8 years old daughter, Esther. Marina has developed a devoted following in Southern California. She is ready to be heard by the rest of the world.