Following the footsteps of Finland’s legendary folklorist Elias Lönnrot, Karolina wanders through the archives dusting off old fixed concepts of the Viena Carelian yoiks. This feisty researcher is an exceptionally capable user of her distinctive voice which is broad enough in range and style to shake the listeners off their chairs – or bring tears to their eyes with its sensitive clarity. Besides yoiks “Karo” uses traditional Kalevala style and stories to add to the Ketsurat repertoire. She usually has a clear picture of the tone in her mind and it’s up to the rest of us to try to reach this musical image. When on stage, Karolina’s experience and charisma is heartfelt. The rest of us must strive to perform up to the musical standards and work ethic she lives by. Karolina has a strong and colourful character, although she does have one weakness – craving for candy. Her nightmare is a day without a candy. We gladly accept the fact which ensures that there is always a varied candy buffet at our practise.