Now a Bostonian, Ingrid was born and raised in Missouri where people say she was born singing. Though her passion for song was ignited at a mere 3-years-old, the 26-year-old's loves remain the same: music, beautiful sounds and undeniable technique.

With an extensive classical background, along with her pop and R&B experience, she is able to apply many techniques to all styles of music. Gerdes is considered one to watch.

Ingrid quickly achieved acclaim as an opera and R&B singer and started winning contests and honors at a young age. She was selected as 1998 Female Vocalist of the Year at Southwest Missouri State University at age 15. In the next few years she was a member of the Missouri All-State Choir and a featured soloist for the Springfield Symphony. Starting at the age of 18, Gerdes was honored as University of Kansas' Best Actress in Rock Chalk Review in 2001 and 2002 for her singing and acting abilities.

After moving to Boston in 2002, she was promptly recognized at the prestigious music school Berklee College for her vocal talents. She was chosen as a soloist for the prestigious Berklee Singers' Night twice. She then began performing with local bands. She has recently been featured in WBZ's A-List Local Performers and awarded many more honors. Ingrid is now the lead female singer for the Boston Players Band and a private vocal instructor.

Gerde's newly released original debut album titled, 'The Eclectic Collection,' has received favorable reviews all over the world. A Chicago Sun-Times review calls her "The Next Big Thing." A prominent DJ hails Gerdes as "one of the most interesting and versatile singers on the circuit today, both technically fantastic and true to herself." He also describes her music as, "The smoothness of classic, Motown-era pop; the grit and sex of Southern-soul; the sunshine and swaying feel of reggae; the romantic mood of Eva Cassidy-like sensual ballads - all on a single CD." With original pieces, both personally written and produced, this album epitomizes her appreciation and passion for honest music.