"Koren masterfully intertwines Romanian and Bulgarian heritage with contemporary jazz, honouring women's intergenerational struggles through intricate arrangements which envelope Catarov's intensely powerful vocals" ****(4 stars review -Jazzwise)​
"Catarov's voice, often floating high and pure above the band's thoughtful backing sometimes draws on a darkness reminiscent of Roma singers Džansever or Ljiljana Buttler. It's a refreshing take on a familiar sound"
(4 stars review Songlines)​​
"The almost whispered vocals really draw you into an alternative reality" - Soweto Kinch - BBC Radio
"Fantastic artist called, Tereza Catarov, has a new album called Koren, a poignant and powerful debut album" Nikki Yeoh - JazzFM UK​
"Singer and composer, Tereza Catarov...her new album is a sublime work of art" Chris Philips - JazzFM UK​​​
“Based in London and drawing upon her Romanian and Bulgarian roots, Tereza is a well polished artist who I cannot wait to hear more from” Jay Phelps - Somethin’ Else at Jazz FM London
Tereza Catarov’s debut album Koren has received widespread critical acclaim, earning ★★★★ reviews in Jazzwise and Songlines for its powerful blend of Balkan folk and contemporary jazz.
Jazz FM’s Nikki Yeoh described it as “a poignant and powerful debut,” with the album reaching No. 1 on her Nucleus Jazzwise Chart, and further support from Chris Philips who called it "a sublime work of art" on Jazz FM and One Jazz Radio has expanded its international reach.
Tracks from Koren were also featured on BBC Radio 3’s Round Midnight with Soweto Kinch, highlighting Tereza among the UK’s most distinctive emerging jazz voices.
The album has additionally been praised by London Jazz News, National Romanian Radio, and Romanian Television for its cinematic soundscapes and deep cultural resonance.
