Maya Charles Sedergreen: Opera, Early Music and the Classical Voice Today

<p>In this episode, I’m joined by Melbourne-based soprano <strong>Maya Charles Sedergreen</strong> to talk about opera, early music, and the place of classical voice in a contemporary music landscape.</p><p>We discuss Maya’s musical upbringing and family lineage, her path into classical singing, and her studies at the <em>Melbourne Conservatorium of Music,</em> where she recently completed her honours year in classical voice. Maya shares insights into her training, working closely with her teacher Suzanne Johnston, and developing a strong technical and artistic foundation as a young opera singer.</p><p>Our conversation explores her performance experiences with <strong>BK Opera</strong> and <strong>Victorian Opera</strong>, concert work including Bach’s <em>St Matthew Passion</em>, and her growing interest in Early Music. We also talk about the realities of pursuing a career in opera today, how classical singers find relevance and space in modern performance contexts, and what draws Maya so strongly to historical repertoire.</p><p>A thoughtful discussion about craft, tradition, and carving out a future in classical music.</p>