“The most incredible performance of the afternoon was that of Monica Reinagel. She has a lovely voice and fine technique, but it is her connection with her audience that remains etched in the memory. She is clearly transfigured by this music in a way that only a handful of artists can be, and the ecstasy that she shared with us augurs greatness”
Baltimore Sun
“The young American singer Monica Reinagel possesses not only a very beautiful instrument but also an intelligent and stylistic expressive capacity. With her voluptuous mezzo-soprano voice, the singer displayed her abundant stylistic assurance… The clarity and brilliance of the coloratura passages were in no way hindered by her impressive dramatic interpretation”
Mittelbayerische Zeitung
“Outstanding in the cast, Reinagel not only sustains and develops the character but is able to communicate all of these emotions with the beauty of her very fine and exciting singing voice.”
Mittelbayerische Zeitung
“Honors must go specifically to mezzo Reinagel, who is something of a specialist in trouser roles and would have stolen the show musically.”
American Record Guide
“Monica Reinagel proved to be a strong vocal presence, producing a deep tone and easy coloratura.”
The Baltimore Sun
“A glorious, sublime reading of Copland’s In the Beginning was enhanced by the radiant singing of Monica Reinagel.”
The Spectator
“Monica Reinagel (Juno) sang with considerable warmth and nuance.”
The Baltimore Sun
“Monica Reinagel has a dramatic mastery of Italian and a range of expression that plays to a warm reception from the audience.”
The Capital
“Monica Reinagel, with an expressiveness both virginal and tender, made a strong impression with her lovely mezzo.”
Baltimore Sun
“Mezzo soprano Monica Reinagel was perfect… with assured stage presence and lovely singing.”
Cleveland Plain Dealer
“Outstanding members of the strong cast included Monica Reinagel [who] responded brilliantly to the music’s innately visionary character.”
Baltimore Sun
“Her interpretations were distinguished by delicate and excellent handling of texts in every language. It has been a long time since this reviewer has heard a recital of such broad range sung with such a flexible talent… We should take every opportunity to hear Monica Reinagel again.”
Mittelbayerische Zeitung
“Monica Reinagel’s richly communicative singing made the alto solos glow.”
Baltimore Sun