Sophie Clarke’s inspirational new album “Then Sings My Soul” will warm your heart

English mezzo-soprano Sophie Clarke has released a new collection of inspirational music entitled, “Then Sings My Soul” today. The album consists of seven songs, most familiar to crossover fans and two delightful new additions “I Watch the Sunrise” and “A Clare Benediction.”

Although her direction is clearly crossover, Sophie’s classical training is also evident. Her voice is even, vibrant, and diction precise. There is a sincerity and warmth that is sure to resonate with listeners. The album begins and ends with her acapella singing, which is a rare treat for a voice of this richness.

“I have been very fortunate to perform as a soloist in some beautiful cathedrals and churches around the world, singing a wide variety of hymns, religious songs and secular pieces. These experiences and pieces of music have inspired me in my musical career and also in my personal life which has led me to create my new album ‘Then Sings My Soul.'” Sophie shared with us.

‘A Clare Benediction’ which Sophie describes as a “lesser known musical gem” by John Rutter displays the higher extension of her voice. “This piece is a prayer for guidance and
protection, when sleeping or awake, in this life and the next and it was introduced to me by my lovely singing teacher Ranee Seneviratne. It’s very close to my heart and I’m so pleased to include it on this album.”

The arrangements on ‘Then Sings My Soul’ were created in collaboration with orchestrator, Matteo Ressa “Firstly, I always think about how I want people to feel when listening to the music and also how I can best serve the words. I think the poem of every
song is the most important and I always want my recordings to reflect this. I work with a wonderful orchestrator, Matteo Ressa, who always creates arrangements that captivate exactly what I want to express.”

Purchase your copy of “Then Sings My Soul” now!

www.sophieclarkesinger.co.uk/music

Natasha Barbieri, Editor

Editor

Creator of Classical Crossover Magazine. For Natasha music has always been closely tied to her faith. At age 18, Natasha made her opera debut playing the part of the mother in Menotti’s ‘Amahl and the Night Visitors’ with the Eastern Festival Opera. At 20, she was a winner of the 2011 Young Artist Competition at Andrews University. Natasha graduated in 2012 with a Bachelor’s of Music. Natasha has released a series of Holiday singles “A Place Called Home” (2020), “One Little Boy,” and “The Perfect Year” (2021). In 2021, she was nominated for the ‘Future Classic Women Awards’ show on Men’s & Women’s Radio Station. Natasha is the creator and editor of ‘Classical Crossover Magazine’ a venture that has allowed her to interview many of the top stars in the genre including Sarah Brightman, Celtic Woman, Mirusia, Paul Potts, and more. During the covid-19 pandemic, she created an online concert series for the magazine that has seen her perform in the same line-up as Alex Sharpe, Lucy Kay, Barbara Padilla, Classical Reflection, and more on the virtual stage. In 2022, Natasha was included on the charity album “Stars of Classical Crossover: Christmas” in benefit of the Wallace & Gromit Children’s Charity.