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Ruth Sandhoff: A Mezzo-Soprano of diverse talents
Ruth Sandhoff, a distinguished mezzo-soprano hailing from Aachen, Germany, has carved a remarkable career encompassing a wide range of musical styles, from early Baroque masterpieces to groundbreaking contemporary compositions. Her vocal training at the conservatories of Cologne and Freiburg, under the tutelage of esteemed instructors like Ingeborg Most, laid the foundation for her exceptional artistry. Further mentorship from renowned vocal coaches such as Anna Reynolds, Cornelia Kallisch, and Elisabeth Glauser significantly shaped her vocal development.
A Repertoire Spanning Centuries
Sandhoff's versatility shines through in her ability to masterfully interpret works from diverse eras. She is a sought-after soloist for early Baroque performances, collaborating with esteemed ensembles like Musica Antiqua Köln, the Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, Concerto Köln, and the Freiburger Barockorchester. Her passion for contemporary music has led her to premiere and perform works by leading composers of our time. Notable examples include Wolfgang Rihm's "Deus Passus" under the baton of Helmuth Rilling at the Lucerne Festival, Richard van Schoor's "Die sieben letzten Worte...in anderen Worten" at the Ludwigsburg Castle Festival, and Unsuk Chin's "Die Troerinnen" at the Leipzig Gewandhaus.
A Lieder Interpreter of Distinction
Lied performance holds a special place in Sandhoff's artistic endeavors. Since 2006, she has been captivating audiences with her interpretations of Schubert lieder in a Sasha Waltz production, gracing prestigious venues such as the Schaubühne and Radialsystem in Berlin, as well as stages in Berkeley, Stockholm, Oslo, Rome, Lyon, Luxembourg, and the Gran Liceu Barcelona.
International Acclaim and Collaborations
Sandhoff's exceptional talent has garnered invitations to renowned festivals worldwide, including the Oregon Bach Festival, Melbourne Art Festival, La Folle Journée Nantes, Festival van Flandern, Bach Festival Philadelphia, and the European Music Festival Stuttgart. Her concert tours have taken her across the United States, Australia, and throughout Europe. She has had the privilege of collaborating with esteemed conductors such as Sir Roger Norrington, Frieder Bernius, Michael Hofstetter, Reinhard Goebel, Rupert Huber, and Jos van Immerseel. Her operatic engagements have included appearances at the Leipzig Opera, the Hessisches Staatstheater Wiesbaden, and the Cologne Opera.
Recordings and contributions
Sandhoff's artistry extends to numerous radio and television recordings, as well as CD productions both in Germany and internationally. Among her notable recordings are J.S. Bach's "Magnificat" with the Bach-Collegium Stuttgart under Helmuth Rilling, and Haydn's "Die sieben letzten Worte" with Accentus and Laurence Equilbey. Her recording of J.C. Bach's "Missa da Requiem" with the RIAS Chamber Choir and the Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, led by Hans-Christoph Rademann, was honored with the prestigious German Record Critics' Award in 2012. Sandhoff is also actively involved in a highly acclaimed benefit lieder project for children, initiated by Carus Verlag and SWR 2.
Recent highlights
Sandhoff's recent performances include Bach's "Christmas Oratorio" under Peter Schreier in Munich, Haydn's "Nelson Mass" with the Academy of St Martin in the Fields under Sir Neville Marriner in Hamburg and Hanover, Rossini's "Messe solennelle" at the Menuhin Festival in Gstaad, Haydn's "Stabat Mater" with Concerto Köln under Hans-Christoph Rademann in Oslo and Berlin, and Bach's St Matthew Passion with the Concertgebouworchester Amsterdam.
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