08/23/2026
What does freedom sound like?
At Liberty Camp 2026, internationally acclaimed opera soprano Daniela Tabernig brought participants into the world of “Freedom and Music,” exploring how music has long served as a powerful language for expressing ideas of liberty, courage, and human dignity.
Through selected operas and their interpretations, Daniela guided participants through the stories and ideas embedded within classical compositions, revealing how music could carry messages of freedom even in times when expressing such ideas openly was not always possible. Together with Glenn Cripe, she connected the historical and philosophical dimensions of liberty with the emotional power of music.
But the experience went beyond listening. Participants were introduced to opera vocals and breathing techniques, allowing them to experience the physical and emotional dimensions of using their own voices. Through singing, breathing, and expression, they discovered a different dimension of freedom, one that could be felt rather than simply discussed.
The sessions offered a unique reminder that freedom is not only something we think about or advocate for. Sometimes, it is something we breathe, express, and feel.