REVIEWS
Holmes' voice "radiates power and confidence" -New York Concert Review (Carnegie Hall Debut Recital sponsored by Distinguished Concerts International, NY)
“Rachel Eve Holmes was a lovely young Luisa, and sang finely throughout, whether in her engaging solo, ‘Much more’ or in the duets with Matt- ‘Metaphor,’ ‘Soon It's Gonna Rain,’ ‘They Were You’-- and in the ensemble pieces, during which her powerful soprano voice rang out with brilliance. She acted the part skillfully with naïve charm and grace.”
–Pittsburgh Stage Online Magazine
“Holmes is a revelation, expressive and subtle, with a stunning instrument.” –Capital Times (Madison, WI)
“Rachel Eve Holmes, as the rejuvenated ‘Shoeless Joe’ Hardy, and Benjamin Robinson, as the hapless – but not hopeless – Meg Boyd... were other standouts in the rather large crowd. Ms. Holmes demonstrated last summer in The Fantasticks that she is a gifted actress and singer, and last night gave new proof of her abundant talent.”
–Pittsburgh in the Round
“My rough week was smoothed out quite a bit this evening by Capitol City Opera's ‘Summer of Song.’ This was a concert of art song performed by soprano Rachel Eve Holmes accompanied by music director Catherine Giel on piano. The program featured works by Verdi, Faure, Beach, and Strauss, all of which were performed capably and were a joy to hear.”
–Robbiewrites.com (Atlanta, GA)
“Musically, the ballads were best, such as the ‘A Man Doesn’t Know’ duet between Rachel Eve Holmes (as Joe Hardy) and Benjamin Robinson (as Meg Boyd).”
–Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
“…soulfully tuneful”
–Pittsburgh Tribune Live
“The Fantasticks gathered steam as it rolled along, producing many moments to relish. Holmes’ skill at the devilish operatic leaps…”
–Pittsburgh Cross Currents
“Rachel Eve Holmes, as The Girl, stands out not only for being the sole female character, but also for her rich soprano and timeless innocence.”
–Pittsburgh City Paper
“…A fiery performer and a wonderful singer”
–Loveland Reporter-Herald (Colorado)
“Holmes knocked it out of the park as Cosette... She certainly has one of the best vocal instruments I have heard. Period.”
–Fresco Opera Theatre Blog
“Rachel Eve Holmes’ rich voice is ideally suited to Bellini’s ‘Oh quante volte ti chiedo,’ part of which she sings while suspended from a noose. (For non singers: Singing without being able to plant your feet on the ground is extremely challenging and greatly inhibits your ability to control your air. Holmes should be commended for singing about two thirds of this aria while dangling from the ceiling).”
–Music Theatre of Madison Blog
–Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
“…soulfully tuneful”
–Pittsburgh Tribune Live
“The Fantasticks gathered steam as it rolled along, producing many moments to relish. Holmes’ skill at the devilish operatic leaps…”
–Pittsburgh Cross Currents
“Rachel Eve Holmes, as The Girl, stands out not only for being the sole female character, but also for her rich soprano and timeless innocence.”
–Pittsburgh City Paper
“…A fiery performer and a wonderful singer”
–Loveland Reporter-Herald (Colorado)
“Holmes knocked it out of the park as Cosette... She certainly has one of the best vocal instruments I have heard. Period.”
–Fresco Opera Theatre Blog
“Rachel Eve Holmes’ rich voice is ideally suited to Bellini’s ‘Oh quante volte ti chiedo,’ part of which she sings while suspended from a noose. (For non singers: Singing without being able to plant your feet on the ground is extremely challenging and greatly inhibits your ability to control your air. Holmes should be commended for singing about two thirds of this aria while dangling from the ceiling).”
–Music Theatre of Madison Blog