Lavenoak (AKA Kristina Puzin) is a multifaceted performer, creator, and storyteller. With a lifelong commitment to the arts, Lavenoak has graced stages of every kind at a young age—concert halls, churches, malls, outdoor festivals, and even intimate nightclubs. Her journey as a vocalist began early, and she honed her craft at the Merit School of Music Conservatory while in high school through a competitive live audition.

Beyond the stage, she is a skilled pianist and an emerging force in the recording studio. Her passion for storytelling led her to write, compose, and produce original music, including her debut single, What For, accompanied by a visually stunning, self-directed music video. Her music has been described as Alt/Art/Rock, intended for film soundtracks. 

See her work on YouTube @Lavenoakmusic

Join us Friday afternoon for a special performance by Lavenoak from 2-4 pm in the cafe.

Currently based in Chicago, IL, Lavenoak is a student at Columbia College Chicago, where she is pursuing the cinematic arts—a natural extension of her lifelong passion for storytelling and music.

Motivated by multiple genres of music and her ability to shape shift from voice to voice, Lavenoak embodies artistry and drive - a first EP set to release this upcoming fall, titled “BLEMISH”.

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