Heart of the City Gala
10.26.2026
The inaugural Heart of the City Gala Concert will honor Senator Liz Krueger for her immense public service and support of the cultural and community programs at Saint Peter’s and Catherine Russell for her unwavering support of Saint Peter’s and incredible achievements as a jazz musician.
Senator Liz Krueger
First elected to the New York State Senate in a special election in February 2002, Liz Krueger is currently the Chair of the Senate Finance Committee and a member of the Budget and Revenues and Rules Committees. Senator Krueger has made reforming and modernizing New York State government and elections central goals of her legislative agenda. Senator Krueger received her Bachelor’s degree in Social Policy and Human Development from Northwestern University and also holds a Master’s degree from the University of Chicago’s Harris Graduate School of Public Policy.
Catherine Russell
After graduating with honors from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Catherine Russell toured and recorded with Carrie Smith, Steely Dan, David Bowie, Cyndi Lauper, Paul Simon, Jackson Browne, Michael Feinstein, Levon Helm, Toshi Reagon and Rosanne Cash, among others, appearing on over 200 albums. Her 2006 debut album Cat, (World Village/Harmonia Mundi), garnered rave reviews, paving the way for her 2008 sophomore release, Sentimental Streak. With universal acclaim, Catherine Russell has performed on four continents and now released eight albums as a leader.
Her repertoire features a selection of gems from the 1920s through the Present; vital interpretations, bursting with soul and humor. With an off-the-beaten-path song selection, sparkling acoustic swing, and a stunning vocal approach, Catherine Russell has joined the ranks of the greatest interpreters and performers of American Popular Song.
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