The award-winning Norwegian soprano, Elizaveta Agrafenina is quickly becoming recognized for her musical versatility in a wide-ranging repertoire that spans the Baroque period through 21st century contemporary music.

Born in Yaroslavl, Russia, Elizaveta relocated to Norway with her family at a young age. Her musical journey began with lessons in music and participation in choirs, where she often showcased her talent as a soloist. While briefly touring with rock and metal bands in Norway, she ultimately decided to pursue a career in classical music.

Elizaveta's passion for classical music led her to pursue formal training at renowned institutions. She graduated from the Conservatory of Amsterdam in 2020, where she studied under the guidance of esteemed mentors Sasja Hunnego, Pierre Mak, and Jan-Paul Grijpink. Elizaveta participated in the Young Artist Program at Bergen National Opera in Norway and has been part of several notable productions, including Massenet's "Werther," Mozart's "La Clemenza di Tito," and Lehar's "Die Lustige Witwe."

Elizaveta's musical endeavors extend beyond the realm of opera. She has a deep passion for chamber music and lied and has established herself as an internationally renowned musician, captivating audiences worldwide with her enchanting voice.

As a soloist, she has performed at prestigious venues such as Muziekgebouw in The Netherlands, Grieghallen in Norway, and The Helsinki Music Centre in Finland. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with esteemed conductors including Matthew Rowe, Masaaki Suzuki, Ed Spanjaard, Frédéric Chaslin, Nicolò Umberto Foron, and Magnus Larsson.

Elizaveta Agrafenina holds a strong commitment to showcasing music by contemporary composers, with a particular focus on elevating the work of female composers. In pursuit of this goal, she co-founded the ensemble Bosmans & Beyond with Dimitri Malignan, dedicated to celebrating and promoting music created by female composers. Together with Belgian violinist Sarah Bayens, they recorded an album featuring the compositions of Dutch composer Henriëtte Bosmans.

Elizaveta Agrafenina's dedication to her artistry and her remarkable talent established her as a highly acclaimed soprano, poised for continued success in the world of classical music.

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Henriëtte Bosmans (1895 - 1952)
Muziekgebouw aan het IJ, Amsterdam 2022

Performed by NESKO Dutch Student Chamber Orchestra , Soprano Elizaveta Agrafenina , Conducted by Stijn Berkouwer ; Video: BubbleEyes.nl
*This recording is made possible by the support of the Mondrian Fund.