Sylvia Schmidt is a German vocalist, composer and poet from the three-country corner of Saxony where East German, Czech and Polish traditions meet to form the distinctive heritage of Lower Silesia. With the desire to pursue her study of music, in 2008, Sylvia arrived in London to immerse herself in its vibrant international and cultural tapestry. She has since established herself as a versatile contemporary performer, both as a soloist and an ensemble musician. Her career has taken her across Europe, specialising predominantly in original and avant-garde musical projects.

Over 20 years, Sylvia has carefully crafted her voice into a finely carved, precise instrument, a tool which she effortlessly wields to tell beautiful and emotive stories in song. Her fierce pursuit and love of melodic narratives results in imaginative interpretations of themes, both in compositional and improvised settings. She has earned a reputation as a fearless improviser and naturally knits spontaneous improvisation into performance when it is called for. This breathes her own freshness and vitality into written musical content, yet Sylvia’s disposition remains as honest and sincere as it does daring. Although Sylvia’s yearning spirit can take her on endeavours that demand deep introspection, her empathic nature ensures that her performances are strongly rooted in a connection with the audience. Her passion for taking listeners on journeys beyond the boundaries of place and time make her work both mesmerising and memorable.