Drawing inspiration from the ancient tradition of the sibyls—prophetic women of the ancient world who foretold the future through poetry and song—sister duo Sibyl blends a love of storytelling with folk and classical music in their original and innovative compositions for two soprano voices.

Born into a family of Broadway performers, sisters Chloe and Lily Holgate were immersed in music and theater from a young age. Their upbringing in the vibrant cultural heart of New York City set the stage for their own careers on Broadway and in classical music, and their [insert what caused you to take a more creative turn] ultimately led them to create Sibyl. With a shared passion for narrative-driven music, the duo began composing their own songs, combining their classical expertise with the folk tradition to craft arrangements that are both intricate and accessible.

Sibyl’s distinctive and genre-defying sound has found a home at chamber music series, rock music venues, and at house concerts for small audiences- their favorite venue! Sibyl has been in residence at Avaloch Music Institute, and in 2022, they were winners of WNYC's Public Song Project. Their debut album, The Saddest Noise, The Sweetest Noise, arrives in August 2025.