Dawn Upshaw is an American soprano celebrated for her artistry in both operatic and concert repertoire, spanning from Baroque to contemporary works. Born on July 17, 1960, in Nashville, Tennessee, Upshaw has cultivated a distinguished career characterized by her thoughtful interpretations of an expansive range of music. She gained international acclaim in the early 1990s with her emotive performances, particularly her work on Henryk Górecki's Symphony No. 3, which became a surprising commercial hit, crossing over into mainstream music charts.

Known for her versatile voice and engaging stage presence, Upshaw has collaborated with many of the world's great orchestras and a host of esteemed conductors. Her discography reflects her adventurous artistic sensibilities, often gravitating towards contemporary and lesser-known works alongside established classics. In recent years, she has lent her voice to intriguing projects such as Caroline Shaw's "Narrow Sea" and Kaija Saariaho's "La passion de Simone," which further underline her commitment to new music. Her collection of albums like "Golijov: Oceana, Tenebrae, 3 Songs," "Angels Hide Their Faces," and "White Moon - Songs to Morpheus" showcase not just her technical prowess but also her broad emotional range, as she seamlessly navigates through different languages and historical periods. Upshaw has been a multiple Grammy Award winner and in recognition of her artistic contributions, she was named a Fellow of the MacArthur Foundation in 2007, the first vocal artist to be awarded the prestigious "genius grant."

Genres

Classical Performance

Classical Soprano

Latest Release

Crossing the Ocean

Bridget Kibbey•

Dawn Upshaw

Album - 14 Tracks - Released October 13, 2023