Ilia Marinescu is a French mezzo-soprano whose work blends a deep love for baroque music with a growing interest in contemporary styles. A graduate of the Music and Arts University of the City of Vienna (MUK) with a master’s in Baroque Music, Ilia has developed a reputation for her expressive voice and thoughtful approach to both early and modern repertoire.

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She has had the pleasure of working with distinguished conductors such as Theodor Guschlbauer, Erwin Ortner, Ingmar Beck, and Georges Guillard, and has performed

across Austria and Germany. Past and future engagements include her debut at the Vienna Konzerthaus with her baroque ensemble, Purling Streams, her debut as a soloist at the Philharmonie du Luxembourg in a Beethoven program and a season as an alto soloist with BachWerkVokal in Salzburg, where she sings with one of Europe’s leading baroque ensembles.

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Her interest in performance extends beyond music, as she has also explored Period Acting Techniques, working on baroque gestures to elevate the dramatic dimension

of her performances, bringing a new level of authenticity to her stage presence. Her creative curiosity has led to a partnership with composer Clio Em, where she

explores the fusion of baroque and electronic music both as a singer and a violinist.

 

With a growing concert career and a passion for both tradition and innovation, Ilia continues to share her artistry with audiences across Europe, from concert halls to more intimate settings.