Vajra Voices

Vajra Voices is an all-female vocal ensemble based in the San Francisco Bay Area. The group specializes in the performance of medieval and modern music, particularly focusing on pieces that highlight the intersection of medieval women's voices and contemporary composers. Vajra Voices is known for its rich, ethereal sound and has gained recognition for its interpretations of the works of the medieval composer Hildegard von Bingen. Under the direction of Karen R. Clark, the ensemble has performed at various historically informed performance festivals and has collaborated with other artists skilled in medieval instruments. Vajra Voices often works to bring lesser-known historical works to modern audiences, emphasizing the unique role women played in medieval musical traditions. The ensemble is celebrated for its ability to convey the spiritual and mystical aspects of the music they perform.