Kate Soper is an avant-garde composer and performer whose innovative approach to musical storytelling straddles the line between opera, theater, and philosophical inquiry. With a penchant for integrating dramatic narrative and an exploration of the human experience into her compositions, she has emerged as a distinctive voice in contemporary classical music. Soper's works often engage deeply with literature and philosophy, examining the complexities of communication, perception, and identity through a blend of spoken and sung text, instrumental music, and theatrical elements.

Her recent compositions showcase her unique narrative style and her skill in creating complex, layered works. "The Understanding of All Things" is a testament to her ability to interrogate the limits of empathy and mutual comprehension through music. "Ipsa Dixit," a Pulitzer-Prize finalist in 2017, has been praised for its intellectual rigor and emotional impact, blending poetry and music in an exploration of truth and meaning. "Voices from the Killing Jar," a dramatic cycle that pairs the voices of historical and fictional women in moments of crisis, has been lauded for its poignant exploration of female agency and suffering. Throughout her career, Kate Soper has pushed the boundaries of vocal and instrumental performance, earning a distinguished place in the landscape of avant-garde music.

Genres

Experimental Vocal

Latest Release

Kate Soper: The Hunt

Kate Soper

Album - 26 Tracks - Released April 5, 2024