We are delighted to welcome composer and vocalist Laura Bowler to the Ricordi Berlin family. Recognised for her bold and interdisciplinary approach to contemporary music and performance, Bowler’s work engages deeply with pressing global issues, particularly the environment and the climate crisis. We look forward to supporting and sharing Laura Bowler’s compelling voice as she continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in music and beyond.

Interview: Laura Bowler

In our interview, Laura offers insights into the relationship between her performing and composing as well as her various musical approaches to environmental issues, the challenges she faces in the process, and the capacity of art to shape public discourse.

About Laura Bowler

Laura Bowler, described as “a triple threat composer-performer provocatrice” (The Art Desk), is a composer and vocalist specialising in multidisciplinary works and music theatre. Bowler has been commissioned by leading ensembles, orchestras and festivals across the globe, including the London Symphony Orchestra, Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Copenhagen Philharmonic, Royal Opera House, Opera Holland Park, The Opera Group, Manchester Camerata, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Ensemble Phace (Austria), Ensemble Linea (France), Omega Ensemble (Australia), Donaueschinger Musiktage, MaerzMusik, and Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival, among others.

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Works selection

HOUSES SLIDE (2021)
A bicycle-powered world premiere by Laura Bowler
Cordelia Lynn (libretto)
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The Blue Woman (2022)
Opera
Laura Lomas (libretto)
BBC Radio 4 documentary

Wicked Problems (2020)
For vocalist and bass flute
Timothy Morton (text)



The Girl with a Hurricane Brain (2024)
Opera
Sam Redway (libretto)


FFF (2017)
For vocalist and 8-piece ensemble with live and fixed electronics and video commissioned by HCMF and BBC Radio 3
John Holloway and Lavinia Murray (text)
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Credits: Photos by Harald Hoffmann, video music by bbc.co.uk/radio3