Born and raised in The Bronx, NY, Kayla is a multi-disciplinary vocalist of Puerto Rican descent, noted for her "arrestingly beautiful mezzo-soprano" & dynamic interpretations. She is dedicated to the evolution of opera through innovative, diverse, and collaborative programming.

This summer, Kayla is thrilled to be making her Public Theater debut in Troy Anthony’s new production of Pericles at the Cathedral of St. John The Divine. She recently debuted the twin role of "Abuela" & "Ms. Sirleaf" in Jorge Sosa’s world premiere opera, To The People Like Us with White Snake Projects. 

Last summer, Kayla made her regional debut with Central City Opera as an Apprentice Artist, performing the role of Ruth in the Pirates of Penzance and Mrs. Hildebrand in Street Scene.

Equally at home in the Bel Canto and Romantic traditions, Kayla has brought her voice to beloved roles such as Mercédès (Carmen, The New Voice Festival), Giovanna Seymour (Anna Bolena, Dell'Arte Ensemble), Adalgisa (Norma, scene, Royal Academy of Music), and Carmen (The Martina Arroyo Foundation).

Other highlights include Leila in Iolanthe with Bronx Opera, Martha Raddatz in Jacob Elkin’s new opera The Snake with the International Brazilian Opera Company, and Hansel in Hansel & Gretel in the European premiere of Andrea DelGiudice's modern production set in Las Vegas. Kayla was honored to make her Carnegie Hall debut in 2023 with the New York City Opera Chorus for the North American premiere of Vessels of Light by Lera Auerbach. 

In 2020, Kayla became a member of the BronX BandA, a 12 piece Latin Jazz ensemble led by Grammy-winning artist Arturo O'Farrill in partnership with Casita Maria Center for Arts & Education in the Bronx. The BandA released their debut album, Amor y Resiliencia, in 2021 in the midst of presenting virtual and outdoor concerts during the pandemic. They have since collaborated with the New York Philharmonic on several occasions, including at Lincoln Center for Summer for the City, and can regularly be seen headlining at Casita Maria's annual South Bronx Culture Festival.

A dedicated performer across genres, Kayla has also been heard at acclaimed New York City venues such as The Green Room 42, Chelsea Table & Kitchen, The Bitter End, and DROM Jazz Club.

In addition to her performance career, Kayla proudly serves as a Teaching Artist at Casita Maria, leading their premiere choir of young singers through a diverse array of repertoire honoring the South Bronx community. She also works with a select number of private students in her voice studio based in Washington Heights, Manhattan, serving aspiring and emerging performers.