But far more than just enjoying some downtime in her base city, Barton seems very much at home with herself spiritually and personally now, too, riding out some challenging changes in her life and learning to manage the pressures of a major opera career. The purple streak in her hair might come as a surprise at first, but it ultimately seems to suit her perfectly…
Read More“I think it’s something that audiences can cling to,” Barton says. “They see this tale of forgiveness that is hard. It’s not an easy forgiveness at all. But it challenges people in the best kind of ways to encourage their forgiveness, to encourage their empathy…”
Read MoreAhead of opening night at Lyric Opera of Chicago, Jamie Barton curated a special playlist for us of her favourite Verdi mezzos of all time. There are some big voices here, so crank up your speakers and strap in for a thrilling ride!
Read MoreRecordings of mezzo soprano Jamie Barton have been playing in our offices of late, as we are mesmerized by this supremely talented and justifiably acclaimed singer. Barton also won our hearts in 2014 — major swoon — when she came out as bisexual via her professional Twitter account on National Coming Out Day.
Read MoreBarton is a decidedly 21st Century Diva. What exactly does that mean? For Jamie Barton, it means a total rejection of old school attitude in favor of genuine warmth and accessibility.
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