ABOUT
T. Warner Artists has been trusted by private wedding clients and corporations for flawless and unforgettable artistic performances.
T. Warner Artists, founded in 2014 and operated by a husband-and-wife team, has grown to include over 125 artists from 14 countries.
We pride ourselves on being adaptable and instinctually creative and being musical "chameleons" who do all arranging in-house with highly skilled artists. Our event tracks are arranged in-house and designed to maintain artistic sound integrity, resulting in entirely live performances and masterful composition.
We approach each celebration with an attention to delighting guests with original artistic expression, from dynamic musical performances to poetry readings, live painting to theatrical acts. These experiences help to establish a long-lasting memory for guests that reflects the spirit and personality of our clients in a dynamic, surprising, and curious way.
A SAMPLING OF OUR CORPORATE CLIENTS
Our Values
CURATED
Exceptional artists, intentionally matched to every event for a seamless, elevated experience.COMPASSIONATE
Guided by care, inclusion, and a commitment to people and the planet.CREATIVE
Innovative performances that surprise, delight, and leave a lasting impression.Our Team
KAT WARNER
Founder, Production Director
Kat Warner translates emotion into energy.
She loves to create interconnected experiences in the performing and visual arts. Organized, analytical, and creative, Kat brings passion and strategic expertise into the entertainment and planning process. Whether it’s curating instrumentation for musical genres, mixing songs on the dance floor, picking out the perfect microphone, designing lighting, or coordinating the layout and timing for productions, she excels at translating creative concepts into energetic elements for any event.
Raised in Norway and the US, Kat brings a well-rounded perspective to her work, with multiple degrees in economics and the arts, along with decades of production experience. After a chance encounter in 2014 with a dashing guitarist, she collaboratively developed T. Warner Artists with her now-husband Ben.
Kat is a versatile, nurturing, and empathic guide for her clients, creative collaborators, and artists, placing incredible value on connection and kindness. Clients and their planning team appreciate the experience and knowledge she brings while remaining adaptable and available.
Kat and Ben love exploring the mountains with their sweet child and faithful pets. Being trilingual, Kat’s an intrepid traveler who also enjoys large-scale oil painting in her spare time. Together, Kat and Ben approach life and business as two halves of a whole.
“Our aim is to perfectly translate the style and sensibility of our clients, and blend our music and entertainment into the experience they’ve developed, seamlessly.”
BEN WARNER
Founder, Artistic Director
Ben Warner composes an inspirational atmosphere to heighten the moment.
Curating an experience that amplifies feelings of excitement and joy is his specialty. Characterized as a “musical magician” by his wife and co-owner Kat, Ben brings a range of expertise as a musician, sound and lighting technician, MC, and DJ to an event. Dedicated to his craft, Ben approaches every production with methodical intentionality and hands-on care.
Music has always been a part of Ben’s life and his dedicated path of study, earning multiple degrees in music and performance. He achieved success as a guitarist and DJ before launching T. Warner Artists with Kat in 2014. From drums to the ukulele, Ben continues to immerse himself in music and a broad range of instruments. Ben is a proud graduate of the Berklee College of Music and guitar performance mentor.
Classically trained yet contemporary, Ben thrives in the diversity of skills required to face the unique opportunities in each wedding. Excelling at intuition and improvisation, he observes guest reactions and seamlessly adapts to the moment while guiding the music for the events he oversees. Behind the scenes, Ben’s the mastermind of T. Warner Artists’ musical offerings, creating in-house arrangements, organizing bands, and providing technical expertise.
As a self-described music nerd, Ben draws inspiration from both virtuoso musicians and electronic artists alike. He can easily spend his free time diving into the discographies of legendary guitarists like Chet Atkins or Jim Hall.
“We believe in creating a sensory environment that showcases the unexpected magic of artistry in various forms, sparking joy in every guest.”
AMANDA SOUTHERN
Artistic Coordinator | Content Manager
Amanda Southern is a connector of dots.
Immersed in the performing arts community, Amanda enjoys connecting with diverse groups of musicians and artists. A research and organizing expert, she carefully brings together the many pieces of our production puzzles.
A dedicated violinist since the age of 10, she holds multiple degrees in music and arts administration. From music festivals to opera companies, Amanda brings a wealth of experience working across the industry.
Hailing from Asheville, North Carolina, Amanda grew up with her mother’s German baking and her father’s American cooking. When she’s not taking barre and yoga classes, she can be found enjoying her favorite opera, Tosca, with her cat Louie.
“I’m inspired by the depth of creativity, innovation and customization that our Artists bring to each event.”
JASON HAZINSKI
Lead Production Tech | Lead Saxophonist
Jason Hazinski is a production wizard.
From unloading mountains of gear to meticulously coiling cables, Jason helps execute and guide the magic onsite ensuring the complete scene is expertly brought to life.
A talented multi-instrumentalist, Jason specializes in live saxophone performance and improvisation. His passion for music started early in life (5th grade!), encapsulating his identity, and becoming his motivation in life.
Holding true to his roots as an Asheville, NC native, Jason plays as a member of local bands and as a session player for touring bands coming through the region. Jason continues to embrace his craft as he makes an imprint on western NC and beyond. The themes of nature and life cycles are prominent throughout his versatile music and art.
“Live music has the innate ability to punctuate a celebration and establish a long-lasting memory for our clients; that gives inspiration to us as Artists.”