Shannon Hayden: Electric Strings
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Innovative performer Shannon Hayden has carved a distinctive niche in the music world, touring globally for over a decade with her unique setup: a 19th-century cello enhanced by modern amplification and electronic modifications. Her sound, deeply rooted in classical music, has been equally shaped by a lifelong passion for experimental soundscapes. Raised on an off-grid farm, she defies musical norms, blending ethereal vocals and intricate strings. Trained by legends like Starker and Parisot, her music fuses analog warmth with digital edge, offering audiences a transformative, groundbreaking experience.