Kristina Saenko
„Die Musik drückt das aus, was nicht gesagt werden kann und worüber es unmöglich ist, zu schweigen." – Victor Hugo
The German-Ukrainian soprano works as a freelance opera and concert singer, performing a diverse repertoire that spans both opera roles and concert programmes.
Her additional training in ballet enhances her physical expression, bringing elegance, control and a refined sense of movement to her stage performances.
With a background in acting, she combines vocal precision with expressive stage presence, shaping her roles with stylistic confidence, clarity and emotional depth.
About
Her artistic education led her from the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music to the Hamburg University of Music and Theatre.
Further international training in Russia, Germany and Italy has shaped her linguistic and musical versatility.
This diverse background enables her to interpret a wide repertoire with nuance, sensitivity and stylistic awareness.

Repertoire & Performances
Her repertoire encompasses a wide range of opera roles and concert works, with a focus on the lyrical and dramatic soprano repertoire.
She performs works from composers such as Verdi, Puccini and Wagner, combining vocal strength with expressive interpretation and stylistic confidence.
- Desdemona — Otello (Giuseppe Verdi)
- Elisabetta — Don Carlos (Giuseppe Verdi)
- Cio-Cio-San — Madama Butterfly (Giacomo Puccini)
- Tosca — Tosca (Giacomo Puccini)
- Elisabeth — Tannhäuser (Richard Wagner)
- Soprano — Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 (Ludwig van Beethoven, “Ode to Joy”)
Samples
Selected recordings and live performances showcasing her vocal range and artistic expression.

Testimonials
Selected impressions from collaborations, mentors and artistic partners, reflecting her vocal quality, professionalism and stage presence.
„She possesses an exceptionally expansive soprano voice, full of radiance and brilliance, which makes her ideally suited to the youthful dramatic soprano roles in Wagner’s operas.
Her approach to her work is characterised by great musicality, diligence and discipline, as well as reliability both in her musical endeavours and in her personal interactions.”
Prof. Regina Werner-Dietrich
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