Claire Booth

Claire Booth is a celebrated British soprano known for her vibrant interpretations of both contemporary and early 20th-century classical works. With a career spanning opera, art song, and chamber music, she’s carved out a niche for championing French mélodies and expressionist repertoire, as heard in recent albums like *Pierrot Portraits* and *Expressionist Music*. Her collaborations with ensembles like the Nash Ensemble and pianists such as Christopher Glynn highlight her knack for breathing fresh life into overlooked gems by composers like Chaminade, Durey, and Auric. A fierce advocate for new music, she’s premiered works by living composers while maintaining a playful, theatrical flair in performances of quirky pieces like Auric’s *Le Pouf*.

Based in the UK, Booth balances her performing career with academia, teaching at the Royal College of Music. Her recent releases—from the fragile beauty of *Columbine* to the sharp wit of *Pierrot Dandy*—showcase her versatility and curiosity, earning her accolades like the Royal Philharmonic Society’s Singer of the Year award. Whether navigating the haunting depths of Schoenberg’s *Pierrot Lunaire* or the whimsical textures of Grovlez, she remains a dynamic force in classical music’s evolving landscape.

Genres

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Avant-garde

Opera

Chamber Music

Art Song

20th-century Classical

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Latest Release

Paris 1913: L'offrande lyrique

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Andrew Matthews-Owen

Album - 25 Tracks - Released February 7, 2025