Classical soprano is a genre characterized by its emphasis on the soaring, versatile vocal range of the soprano voice, often celebrated in operatic performances, art songs, and larger choral works. Distinguished by its purity of tone, technical agility, and emotive expressiveness, this genre stretches from the Baroque period through to contemporary classical music. Artists such as Antonietta Stella and Renata Tebaldi are known for their powerful and emotive interpretations, while singers like Sandrine Piau and Véronique Gens are celebrated for their agility and clarity in Baroque and Classical repertories. Whether delivering the dramatic operatic arias or the delicate nuances of a lieder, the classical soprano captivates with its emotional depth and vocal precision.

Lucrezia (Portraits of a Woman)

Sandrine Piau•

Karine Deshayes•

Lucile Richardot

Album - 32 Tracks - Released October 25, 2024