“Deep vibe, stylish voice, immersive atmosphere…”
–Octane Twitch Network: Pettans
After returning to her hometown of Varna, SOFIA, has dived into full time creative mode. A singer and multi-instrumentalist, she divides her musical time between her own music and her love for the Baroque and Renaissance styles. Her latest interesting work is the two full-length albums in original style inspired by 90s grunge and 80s synth pop – Return (2019) and Open Your Eyes (2020) comprised of all original music, composed, arranged, written and performed by her. Both are available online on Spotify, Bandcamp and all major platforms. Coming soon in 2023 is her latest release of 17th century Italian monodies with Edoardo Blasetti on theorbo.
“Beautiful voice, sexy, Callas incarnate” – Sir Tim Rice
As a classical singer SOFIA is recognised by audiences for her theatrical flair and sparkling performance, and enjoyed an international career, having performed in Italy, Switzerland, Portugal, Spain, the United States, England, Scotland, and in her native Bulgaria. In 2016 Sofia was filmed in a documentary about the grand diva Pauline Donalda, filmed in Aberdeen, Scotland by the director Prof. Alan Marcus.
“Electronic vibe, vintage keyboard sounds , great atmosphere…a great track” HQIndie
Highlights of her classical side include Venus in Venus & Adonis by John Blow, the title role in Dido & Æneas; Sospecha and Calliope in a production of La Purpúra de la Rosa under the direction of Andrew Lawrence-King, and the role of Damon in Handel’s Acis & Galatea. She has also performed featured roles in L’incoronazione di Poppea, Il Pastor Fido and Triomphi with the New York Continuo Collective role of Nunzia in Caccini’s La Liberazione di Ruggiero dal’isola d’Alcina. Sofia was also selected to perform at Carnegie Hall under the direction of Ton Koopman. With her baroque ensemble Point d’Arrêt she was chosen to give concert at the prestigious Concerts at One at Trinity of Wall Street in NYC.
“Vocally beautiful” Indie Obsessive
“Charming and expressive vocal tone which complements the smooth arrangement”-Music Lover Blog
As an opera diva she has sang the role of Leonora in il Trovatore, Vitellia in La Clemenza di Tito, Fiordiligi in Cosi fan Tutte, the title role in Anna Bolena , as well as Pasatieri’s Lady Macbeth, for which she was praised for “evoking the steely strength of the murderous queen with her potent dramatic instrument”. Besides being a skilled and masterful singer, Sofia has studied lute with Pat O’Brien, viola da gamba with Martha McGaughey and violin with Ms. Paskova. Sofia holds an undergraduate degree in Historical Performance and a Master’s degree in Opera from Mannes College in New York, where she lived for 15 years.
“Elegant, moody and emotive slice of melodic electronic-pop. It is smouldering with emotion as it gently flows through a dreamy world of mellow undulation and cosmic vibes – it is lush, moody and alluring. “
Apart from music Sofia is an anvid equestrian and competes in Endurance competitions with her horse Tabish, winning the 2022 National Championship in Bulgaria.
“Very unique vibe…the arrangement is pretty unconventional“
