Artists/performer Famous Names Starting with Letter K

Was a German architect. His drafts had enormous influence on the architecture of classicism in South

Was a German architect. His drafts had enormous influence on the architecture of classicism in South Germany. His first work designed in the age of only 22, the Prinz-Carl-Palais in Munich, made him famous abruptly and he became a professor for architecture at the Academy of Fine Arts, Munich in 1808. From 1811 onwards Fischer constructed the National Theatre. He also created the draft for the extension of Munich, especially for the Brienner Strasse with the Karolinenplatz and the Königsplatz. Fischer, who was a representant of pure classicism and rejected romantic historism, was soon displaced by Leo von Klenze as chief architect for the Bavarian court. He died in Munich and is buried in the Alter Südfriedhof.

Was a German painter. After spending 1813 to 1815 in the Prussian army, Wach then established himsel

Was a German painter. After spending 1813 to 1815 in the Prussian army, Wach then established himself in Paris. He met William Hensel and the two became pupils of the painters Antoine Jean Gros and Jacques Louis David. In 1817 Wach undertook a longer study trip to Italy, above all to study artists from Quattrocento. His strongest influence - according to his own statements - was however Raphael. Two years later Wach returned to Berlin (1819) and set himself up himself as a freelance artist.

Is a former East German dissident who now works as a German singer-songwriter.Biermann was one of th

Is a former East German dissident who now works as a German singer-songwriter.Biermann was one of the few children of workers who attended the Heinrich-Hertz-Gymnasium (high school) in Hamburg. After the Second World War, in 1953, he became a member of the Free German Youth (Freie Deutsche Jugend, FDJ) and in 1950[citation needed] represented the Federal Republic of Germany at the FDJ's first national meeting.

Was a German-born American painter.The works of Karl Zerbe are significant because they record "the

Was a German-born American painter.The works of Karl Zerbe are significant because they record "the response of a distinguished artist of basically European sensibility to the physical and cultural scene of the New World"[1]Germany where they lived until 1920. Karl Zerbe studied chemistry in 1920 at the Technische Hochschule, Friedberg. From 1921-1923 he lived in Munich, where he studied painting at the Debschitz School, mainly under Josef Eberz. From 1924-1926 Karl Zerbe worked and traveled in Italy on a fellowship from the City of Munich. In 1932 his oil painting titled: ‘’Herbstgarten’’ (autumnal garden), of 1929, was acquired by the National-Galerie, Berlin; in 1937, the painting was destroyed by the Nazis as "degenerative art." From 1937- 1955 Karl Zerbe was the head of the Department of Painting, School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. In 1939 Karl Zerbe became a U.S. citizen and the same year for the first time he used encaustic.

Is an American singer-songwriter, primarily known for her songwriting.As a songwriter, Bonoff's song

Is an American singer-songwriter, primarily known for her songwriting.As a songwriter, Bonoff's songs have been interpreted by other artists such as "Home" by Bonnie Raitt, "Tell Me Why" by Wynonna Judd, and "Isn't It Always Love" by Lynn Anderson. Linda

Karla Jayne DeVito was not born in Mokena, but moved there as a child after her father's death. She

Karla Jayne DeVito was not born in Mokena, but moved there as a child after her father's death. She and her three brothers were raised by a very musical mother, Vivian, who was always singing at home. Karla attended WillowCrest Grade School in Mokena, where she was a cheerleader.

Is an American singer, actress and voice artist.DeVito moved to Mokena, Illinois as a child after he

Is an American singer, actress and voice artist.DeVito moved to Mokena, Illinois as a child after her father's death. She and her three brothers were raised by a very musical mother, Vivian, who was always singing at home. Karla attended WillowCrest Grade

An Austrian composer, performer, sound artist, improviser and composition teacher.Karlheinz Essl was

An Austrian composer, performer, sound artist, improviser and composition teacher.Karlheinz Essl was born in Vienna in 1960. Studies at the University of Music in Vienna: composition (Friedrich Cerha), electro-acoustic music (Dieter Kaufmann) and double bass. Studies at the University of Vienna: musicology (1989 doctoral thesis on Das Synthese-Denken bei Anton Webern). 1990-94 „composer in residence” at the Darmstädter Ferienkurse für Neue Musik. 1992-93 work on a commission at IRCAM in Paris. Since 1994 music curator of the Essl Collection in Klosterneuburg/Vienna. Between 1995–2006 he was teaching Algorithmic composition at the Studio for Advanced Music & Media Technology at the Anton Bruckner Private University for Music, Drama, and Dance in Linz, Austria. As of 2007, professor of composition for electro-acoustic and experimental music at the University of Music and Performing Arts, Vienna. [1

S one of Latvia's most popular artists. He studied under noted Latvian painter Vilhelms Purvitis at

S one of Latvia's most popular artists. He studied under noted Latvian painter Vilhelms Purvitis at the Latvia Art Academy. Padegs' style was original and shocking - using themes which were very iconoclastic at the time.

Was a Latvian sculptor. After training in Russia and Germany he returned to Riga, where he both work

Was a Latvian sculptor. After training in Russia and Germany he returned to Riga, where he both worked in sculpture and taught it. He is best known for his monumental sculptures, including the Brothers' Cemetery and the Freedom Monument in Riga.

Is an Armenian American mixed martial artist. His fighting style is primarily Judo but has been modi

Is an Armenian American mixed martial artist. His fighting style is primarily Judo but has been modified to fight without the use of a judogi (sometimes called no-gi style).[1] Karo currently competes for the Ultimate Fighting Championship and holds notab

Was an American pair skater. With her brother, Peter, she won five U.S. Championship titles from 194

Was an American pair skater. With her brother, Peter, she won five U.S. Championship titles from 1948-1952. Known as "The Kennedy Kids," they won the World Championship in 1950, and the silver medal in the 1952 Winter Olympics.

Was a Polish pianist, composer, conductor and teacher of Armenian ancestry.Mikuli (aka Bsdikian)[1]

Was a Polish pianist, composer, conductor and teacher of Armenian ancestry.Mikuli (aka Bsdikian)[1] was born in Czerniowce, then part of the Austrian Empire (now Chernivtsi, Ukraine). He studied under Frédéric Chopin for piano (later becoming his teaching assistant) and Anton Reicha for composition. He toured widely as a concert pianist, becoming Director of the Lwow Conservatory in 1858. He founded his own school there in 1888.[2]

Was a Polish teacher, writer, folklorist, photographer, and painter from Zaolzie region of Cieszyn S

Was a Polish teacher, writer, folklorist, photographer, and painter from Zaolzie region of Cieszyn Silesia.At the beginning of 1918 Piegza was conscripted into the Austro-Hungarian Army and sent to the Italian Front of World War I.[1]After the war he was active in the social life and several organizations before World War II. He graduated from a school for teachers in Cieszyn-Bobrek and eventually worked as a teacher in Polish schools in Zaolzie — in Lazy (Orlová), Orlová, Stonava, and after the war in Jablunkov. He was also a director of schools in Lazy, Stonava, and Jablunkov.

A Macedonian singer. She represented the Republic of Macedonia[1][2] in the 2002 and 2007 Eurovision

A Macedonian singer. She represented the Republic of Macedonia[1][2] in the 2002 and 2007 Eurovision Song Contests , ranking 19th and 14th, respectively. She became the first female local artist to represent Macedonia twice at Eurovision.Karolina Goceva g

A Norwegian singer-songwriter and pianist. She was born on February 13, 1970, and is today married w

A Norwegian singer-songwriter and pianist. She was born on February 13, 1970, and is today married with another familiar Norwegian singer, Sigvart Dagsland. Her first TV appearance was at the age of 11, in a youth show called Halvsju.She got her break-through in 1988. First by winning the Norwegian Melodi Grand Prix with the song "For vår jord" ("For Our Earth"). This qualified her for the Eurovision Song Contest 1988 final, held that year in the Irish capital Dublin, where she finished fifth. Later that same year she released her debut CD, Fasetter.

A Congolese and Belgian R&B artist now living in Belgium. She is the sister of Manuela 'Ya Kid K' Ka

A Congolese and Belgian R&B artist now living in Belgium. She is the sister of Manuela 'Ya Kid K' Kamosi. Her first single, 'Breakin' Out', reached the top 10 in Belgium, while failing to crack the top 50 in France. Her second single, 'Crazy', from her self-titled album 'Leki', reached the top 30 in Belgium. Her nickname Leki, is the lingala word l?´ki, meaning the “younger sibling”.Karoline was born in 1978 in Kinshasa, and lived in the Congo and Kenya before her family moved to Antwerp, Belgium. She is the youngest of 6 siblings. At 12, she performed background vocals for Technotronic as her first record studio work. She signed her first record deal at the age of 16. While completing a law degree at the University of Antwerp, she was hired by TMF Flanders to host the R&B and hip-hop show Cool Sweat. She also host a radio show called Juice on the public radio Studio Brussel.

Is a three-time Grammy-nominated jazz singer. She has been described by the New York Times as a "sin

Is a three-time Grammy-nominated jazz singer. She has been described by the New York Times as a "singer with a feline touch and impeccable intonation."[1]

Is a German singer, actor, and speaker. He is best known as an interpreter of Yiddish song.Performin

Is a German singer, actor, and speaker. He is best known as an interpreter of Yiddish song.Performing on stage since 1982, Troyke had earlier worked as a gardener and with mentally handicapped children. He studied singing (with Leonore Gendries) as well as drama and speaking, and in 1990 he gave up his work to dedicate himself completely to musical performance and theater. Troyke participated in radio plays, worked as a voice actor (dubbing), and participated in various stage plays.

An Indian playback singer of the Chennai film industry.Karthik had a good interest in music early in

An Indian playback singer of the Chennai film industry.Karthik had a good interest in music early in his life and had learnt Carnatic music during his school days. Later on he started singing for his college band and regularly participated in IIT Madras Fest ‘Sarang’.

Is a Grammy Award-nominated Pop/R&B singer who became popular during the late 1980s.White's self-tit

Is a Grammy Award-nominated Pop/R&B singer who became popular during the late 1980s.White's self-titled debut album Karyn White was released in 1988. It was produced by L.A. Reid & Babyface and achieved platinum status. Karyn White contained the hit singl

An Australian alternative country singer-songwriter. She is the daughter of steel guitar player Bill

An Australian alternative country singer-songwriter. She is the daughter of steel guitar player Bill Chambers, and the sister of musician and producer Nash Chambers.In 1986, the family formed the Dead Ringer Band with Bill and Diane as the initial members and Kasey and Nash joining the band a year later. By 1992, the band had become full time musicians with Bill Chambers writing many of the band's songs. Bill Chambers wrote a song for Slim Dusty called "Things Just Aren't the Same on the Land" in 1992 which won the "Song of the Year" in the Country Music Awards. Their first album "Red Desert Sky" was released in 1993 on the independent Import Records label.

Is an American singer and dancer. Sheridan is best known for being the new member of the pop group D

Is an American singer and dancer. Sheridan is best known for being the new member of the pop group Dream in 2002, who replaced former member Melissa Schuman.Kasey Sheridan started her pop stardom being the new member of the pop group Dream in 2002, who re

A member of the Japanese idol group AKB48 Team B.

A member of the Japanese idol group AKB48 Team B.

A Polish pop singer. She has been singing since she was a little girl. In 1997 at the age of 17, she

A Polish pop singer. She has been singing since she was a little girl. In 1997 at the age of 17, she won the popular Polish show Szansa na sukces ("Chance for Success").She has recorded two albums. The first was Mozaika from 2000. In 2007 Kasia admitted she doesn't like Mozaika and is not surprised that it wasn't popular in Poland. Her next album was Feniks ("Fenix"). In 2006 participated with Her song "Na kolana" ("On your Knees") in the Piosenka dla Europy 2006 to the Eurovision Song Contest 2006 in which she ended 1st in a draw with Ich Troje but juries choosen the polish group to represent Poland which ended 11th in the semifinal,