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Greetings! If you’re here, you probably found me through one of 4 ways- You’re looking for a soprano who sings in the operatic style, you’re looking for a voice teacher who teaches classical technique, you’re looking for a costumer, seamstress, or designer, or you traced me here through one of my many projects. Either way, you are welcome!
I started sewing because of music. When one is on the stage, it is essential to have something fun to wear that conveys one’s unique style. I started to sew because I wanted the chance to provide a sensory experience for my audience through any means at my disposal. So I started sewing recital clothes. I picked the patterns, and the fabrics, and the buttons. After a while, I decided to go off road. I modified existing patterns, mixed and matched, and eventually found my style- Opera-Inspired Neo-Victoriana that edges into the more modern when needed. My favorites include hardware, unusual materials, and special effects! (SFX were discovered when I worked on Zombie Opera.)
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I started writing for opera advocacy and diversity in the arts. Every project I have worked on is geared towards accessibility toward casual fans. I have been very fortunate to have found some amazing artists who share my vision and use their exceptional skills to create diversity and a platform for inclusion.
Why do I sing? Because singing is like flying. After a while, you forget your feet are still on the ground.
I teach classical voice to my students with an emphasis on passion and accessibility implementing strategies that are designed to build technique and confidence.
There is plenty more that I can say, but I will keep it brief, as this is already a long first post! Enjoy my website!
Yours with affection,
Liz Rishel
This is me leaving a test comment! – Bonnie
Hi Bonnie!
Hi Liz. Sending you a note in here, hopefully you see it, so you know that your ‘Contact Me’ page is broken. You probably need to go into wordpress or wherever it is made and update where the form sends the info to or somthing. Ask Matt:)