“Leah Giselle Field’s mezzo stood out as the most suitable for cutting through the big sound of the orchestra and large choir.”

“Radiating both towering rage and icy removal, contralto Leah Giselle Field creates the complete emotional backdrop of the opera in her fifteen minute scena, the power of her dramatic presence matched only by her riveting singing.”

“Leah Giselle Field’s sassiness and enthusiasm helps make the role of Marcellina likeable, quite a feat for a role that is overly bitchy in the first half of the show.”

“Musically, the cast was excellent across the board- Leah Giselle Field and Peter Monaghan impressive as Gertrude and Peter, Field deploying a highly promising dramatic mezzo.”

“The vocal highlights of the afternoon belonged to mezzo soprano Leah Giselle Field.”

“Field is the consummate singing-actor.”

“With soaring tone and spectacular low notes, mezzo soprano Leah Giselle Field is a singer to watch.”

“Field’s sumptuous mezzo is a rare treat, harkening back to classic recordings of Maureen Forrester and Janet Baker.”