Originally from Colorado (USA), Finland-based mezzosoprano Isabella Shaw (she/her) is a multidimensional artist with a background in opera, early/experimental music, and writing. Current research and projects are focused on decolonization, mythology, physical and metaphysical ecosystems, and music by BIPOC composers. She studied literature and languages at the University of Cambridge (UK) and early music in London before completing her master’s in opera at Sibelius Academy (2021).

Shaw is a founding member of experimental early music chamber ensembles Emrys (CH/DE/FI) and Motus Harmonicus (CZ). In 2013 she was recipient of the Barbara Thornton Memorial Scholarship from Early Music America, and studied with members of Sequentia and Magister Petrus ensembles. Shaw has performed with early music ensembles in Czechia, Spain, France, and Canada. She has performed with orchestras in Finland and abroad.