Instrument: Soprano

The Portland Press Herald has likened JENN RAITHEL NEWMAN to that of the legendary Kate Smith when describing her voice as “warm, powerful and with an ability to hit spectacular high notes.” Newman has been deemed the “audience favorite” by The Arizona Republic, while critic Kenneth LaFave has noted the soprano to sing with “spin and beauty.” With a diverse repertoire of roles to her credit ranging from Pamina in Die Zauberflöte to Sister Amnesia in Nunsense, Newman has garnered a niche for herself as a crossover artist. She has been the featured soloist in dozens of Pops & Classics concerts across the country, and recently recorded her first solo CD, Someone to Watch. Recent engagements include appearances with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, The Phoenix Symphony, Winston-Salem Symphony, Greensboro Symphony and Arizona Musicfest. Newman makes her home in New York City with her husband, bass-baritone James Newman, and their young daughter, Lyla Grace. For more information, visit www.jennraithelnewman.com.