music
January 12, 2026
Are ‘Friends’ Electric? review
Wigmore Hall, LondonThe vocalist travels the full spectrum of the human voice, from subdued sounds of mouth and breath to an exhilarating remix of her own hyper-exuberant electronic soundscape
TL;DR
- The performance explored the full spectrum of the human voice, from quiet mouth and breath sounds to exhilarating electronic remixes.
- Works by Yvette Janine Jackson, Laure M Hiendl, and Loré Lixenberg were presented, showcasing diverse approaches to voice and electronics.
- Elaine Mitchener's performance redefined singing, integrating subtle vocalizations and raw intensity with electronic textures.
- The world premiere of Mitchener's "Solo Throat remixed," with live electronics by Pat Thomas and Shamica Ruddock, was a highlight.
- Technical issues with live electronics were noted at the Wigmore Hall venue.
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