Kim has been singing for 35 years in various choirs and ensembles and then solo work. She sang as a gig muscian for the duo "NightSong" with Dave Reynolds for 5 years. In 2021, she picked up a ukulele for the first time and played a song in an hour. She was hooked. In her first year of playing, she bought 5 different ukuleles as she began to grow out of the previous models. Then, in January 2023, she came upon the Kanile'a 2023 Platinum. It was a limited edition celebration instrument for Kanile'a, creating quality instruments for 25 years. She bought one to celebrate her getting  her Masters in Theatre Studies from Southern Oregon University. It is a professional-grade instrument that she can grow into. Now she has this as her main ukulele and a carbon fiber one for travel and outdoor gigs. She now plays in a band called "On a Wing," and enjoys the challenge of playing, singing and leading the band. They've  been together for a year and are growing in their musicianship together as they play for local farmer's markets and events. She continues to improve her artistry. 

Established in 2022, "On a Wing” has a unique sound and approach to jazz standards and easy pop tunes.

The band is lead by Kim Nile on vocals and tenor ukulele, with Neil Carpentier-Alting on stand up bass, Alex Hogstrom on jazz guitar and Marty Nile on cello. The band excels at creating an easygoing and laid-back atmosphere to indoor and outdoor events. “We enjoy playing and learning music together, and we hope to pass that joy to our listeners.”

Bookings can be arranged through Kim Nile at kimnile@gmail.com and 530.925.1008.