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What the critics say about Luvada Harrison...

‘...Luvada Harrison, who sang Aida, gave a powerfully phrased performance of "O Patria Mia" and, with Paul Lyon spearheaded an afternoon of vocal dynamics that was unforgettable.’

-Daphne Kraft, The North Jersey Herald & News

‘...Ms. Harrison did credit to the role, dramatically as well as vocally. "O Patria Mia" was gracefully and beautifully sung with spectacular crescendos, gorgeous pianissimos and stirring fortes.’

- Sonia Lewis, Classical New Jersey

‘...Soprano Luvada Harrison sang with feeling, dramatic intensity, and great nuance of dynamics, and her powerful voice easily soared over the orchestra. Her aria no.21 was brilliant - a real tour de force.’

- Bruce M. Gilbert

‘...Luvada Harrison's Leonora was vocally powerful and agile.’

- Paul Somers, Star Ledger

‘...the standard of singing in Baltimore’s ‘Porgy and Bess’ is high, particularly the extraordinary Luvada Harrison as Serena.’

- Patrick Finnegan

‘...Baltimore native Luvada Harrison, making her operatic debut in the soprano role of Serena, wailed a "My Man’s Gone Now’ that proved unforgettable.’

- Scott Duncan, The Evening Sun

‘..."My Man’s Gone Now" of Luvada Harrison was Magnificently sung!’

- Stephen Wigler, The Baltimore Sun

‘...Besides possessing exceptional vocal material, each had probed into the dramatic situation surrounding each aria and duet...Miss Harrison gave a brilliant account of "Come Scoglio" from Mozart’s ‘Cosi fan Tutte’.’

- Raoul Abdul, The Amsterdam News

‘...Luvada Harrisons’ Countess was vocally splendid.’

- Raoul Abdul, The Amsterdam News

‘...The best voice of the night, that of Luvada Harrison, was lavished on Serena. She made a wild ride of "Oh Doctor Jesus", a free recitative and gave potent dramatic shape to "My Man’s Gone Now", the hands-down highlight of the night.’

- Tom Strini, Milwaukee Journal

‘...Rosalinda, portrayed by Luvada Harrison is impressively performed by this talented singer. Her voice denotes strength and excellent phrasing...’

- Jo Sciacca, Brooklyn Graphic

‘...Luvada Harrison’s Rosalinda displayed expert vocal and acting skills, delivering comic cut-downs as well as arresting arias with the grandness of a true Diva.’

- David Fischer, Bay Ridge Life

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