Clare Lesser

**Clare Lesser** is a celebrated soprano known for her fearless exploration of contemporary classical music and avant-garde vocal works. With a career steeped in 20th- and 21st-century repertoire, she’s become a go-to interpreter for composers like Wolfgang Rihm, Michael Finnissy, and other innovators pushing the boundaries of art song. Her recordings, such as *Finnissy: Singular Voices* and *...As If the Mesh of Words Were Broken...*, showcase her knack for untangling complex, emotionally charged texts with precision and dramatic flair. Lesser’s collaborative spirit shines through projects like *Chanticlare*, which highlights her dedication to expanding the vocal canon with bold, new works.

Beyond the stage and studio, she’s deeply involved in music education, leading workshops and masterclasses to nurture the next generation of vocal adventurers. Whether resurrecting forgotten gems or breathing life into freshly inked scores, Clare Lesser approaches every performance with infectious enthusiasm and a commitment to keeping the art of lieder thrillingly alive.

Genres

Avant-garde

Neoclassical

Experimental

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Chamber Music

Opera

Art Song

Lieder

Related Artists

Laurie Anderson

Michael Finnissy

Meredith Monk

John Cage

Roderick Williams

Karlheinz Stockhausen

Barbara Hannigan

Sarah Connolly

Pauline Oliveros

Hyperion Ensemble

Sxip Shirey

Hilary Summers

Latest Release

Radio With/Out Voice

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David Lesser

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released August 8, 2025