Season 3 Episode 1 | Barbara Hannigan
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In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back Grammy and Juno Award-winning soprano and conductor Barbara Hannigan! Recently named Musical America’s 2025 Artist of the Year, Barbara reflects on her illustrious career, her commitment to contemporary music, and what this prestigious honor means to her.
Join us as Barbara shares her insights on the thrilling and intricate challenges of performing modern works, including John Zorn’s Jumalattaret—one of the standout pieces in her upcoming concert for Pacific Opera Victoria’s Luminary Series.
From her celebrated premieres of nearly 100 new compositions to her trailblazing dual role as conductor and vocalist, Barbara Hannigan continues to redefine what it means to be a classical artist in the 21st century.
Theme music by Epidemic Sound.