Sonia Theodoridou presents the album "Mujeres," a vocal-symphonic project celebrating female expression. The renowned soprano Sonia Theodoridou collaborated with conductor Giannis Papaioannou to create the program, which blends operatic artistry with Spanish-language repertoire and poetic song settings.
About the new album and its concept
The new album "Mujeres" (Minos EMI) is a distinctly vocal-symphonic recording that showcases the richness of female vocal expression, spanning from lyric warmth to dramatic intensity. Featuring contributions from a full orchestra, Theodoridou explores repertoire ranging from intimate art song to operatic scenes, aiming to highlight the many facets of the female voice.
Sonia Theodoridou — biography highlights
Sonia Theodoridou trained in Vienna and expanded her career across major opera houses including La Fenice, Théâtre de la Monnaie, Covent Garden, Teatro Comunale Florence, and the Megaron in Athens, among others. She has worked with conductors such as Zubin Mehta, Antonio Pappano, Sir Neville Marriner, Wolfgang Sawallisch, René Jacobs, and András Schiff, and has recorded for labels including Harmonia Mundi, Legend Classics, EMI Classics, and The Human Voice.
Stage repertoire and artistic profile
Onstage, Theodoridou has performed leading dramatic and lyrical roles in major operatic works, and her repertoire includes Puccini’s "Suor Angelica" among other roles. Her performances have drawn acclaim for expressive intensity and vocal color, balancing dramatic commitment with musical refinement.
The album's musical and interpretive approach
"Mujeres" is presented as a collection of songs and scenes that traverse different moods, languages, and dramatic shapes — from the intimate to the expansive. The program deliberately mixes song cycles, operatic excerpts, and shorter pieces to craft a narrative about feminine voices and expressions. Theodoridou’s interpretive choices emphasize nuance, textual clarity, and vocal line, always aiming to serve the emotional truth of each piece.
On collaboration, production and artistic decisions
Theodoridou worked closely with conductor Giannis Papaioannou and production teams to shape the album’s sonic identity. The recording sessions focused on capturing authentic vocal colors and orchestral textures, with attention to phrasing and dramatic pacing. The project involved careful selection of repertoire to ensure stylistic variety while maintaining a cohesive artistic thread centered on feminine expression.
Reflections on audience and intent
Theodoridou intends "Mujeres" to speak both to long-time classical listeners and to new audiences curious about vocal storytelling. The album aims to be accessible while preserving artistic depth, offering moments of immediacy as well as layers for repeated listening. It invites reflection on the plurality of female voices and the many ways they have been written for and interpreted across languages and genres.
Practical notes and closing
Theodoridou’s "Mujeres" is released on Minos EMI and is presented as a tribute to the female voice through carefully chosen repertoire and collaborative performance. For full details on track listing, credits, and where to listen, consult the album’s official release materials.
