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Barbara Hannigan is a world-renowned conductor, soprano, and performer whose work pushes the boundaries of classical and contemporary music. Known for her fearless interpretations and deeply expressive performances, Barbara has built a career that defies convention and celebrates the transformative power of sound.
In this episode, Barbara and I discuss her recent album Electric Fields, which offers modern arrangements of centuries-old vocal music. At the heart of the album are the compositions of Hildegard of Bingen — a 12th-century mystic, composer, and visionary whose sacred works still resonate with profound clarity today.
In keeping with the season theme, we explore Barbara’s experience of finding flow in those transcendent, improvisational moments when the music seems to move through her rather than from her — and how this state of creative surrender shapes both her artistry and her life.
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Connect with Barbara Hannigan:
https://www.barbarahannigan.com/home|
https://www.instagram.com/hannigan.barbara
https://outhere-music.com/en/albums/electric-fields
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Barbara Hannigan is a world-renowned conductor, soprano, and performer whose work pushes the boundaries of classical and contemporary music. Known for her fearless interpretations and deeply expressive performances, Barbara has built a career that defies convention and celebrates the transformative power of sound.
In this episode, Barbara and I discuss her recent album Electric Fields, which offers modern arrangements of centuries-old vocal music. At the heart of the album are the compositions of Hildegard of Bingen — a 12th-century mystic, composer, and visionary whose sacred works still resonate with profound clarity today.
In keeping with the season theme, we explore Barbara’s experience of finding flow in those transcendent, improvisational moments when the music seems to move through her rather than from her — and how this state of creative surrender shapes both her artistry and her life.
Mentioned in this episode:
Connect with Barbara Hannigan:
https://www.barbarahannigan.com/home|
https://www.instagram.com/hannigan.barbara
https://outhere-music.com/en/albums/electric-fields
Support the Podcast:
As an independent creator, your support makes this work possible. Learn how you can become a patron and keep these conversations alive at
http://www.patreon.com/makersandmystics
Make a one-time donation
Send a text
Join Malcolm Guite, Jonathan Pageau, Stephen Roach, and so many others!
http://www.thebreathandtheclay.com
Use the code "mystic26" for a special podcast listener rate!
Support the show

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