Comments

Marsha Keeffer - Thanks again for a marvelous Butterfly! A remarkable performance!

Elizabeth J. Owen - I will never forget the night the bullsnakes shorted the electricity, but not your performance. Thank you for that and much, much more. joan

Bill Bush - You have a wonderful website here. May God rich bless you always.

Andrea Stern - Hello Patricia, i saw you perform at the hlwd bowl last week. my girlfriend ashleigh was the asst to the director. we saw you back stage for a moment before you went on in the second half. i have never been to the opera before and you were so inspiring. ashleigh then told me you were "out" and i felt so proud. that is why i email you. i want to thank you. the more of us that act like our life is "ok" the more the world will begin to believe that with us. i really admire you beyond that fantastic voice. you represent an honesty that we all struggle with and hopefully begin to live at some point. thank you patricia. i hope to see you sing again someday. i represent photographers so if you ever need anyone we will work within whatever budget you have. blessings to you, andrea stern www.sternrep.com

Christian Knott - I´m sorry, I never heard HER singing until now. But I had the pleasure to see her partner Beth Clayton in Munich. And you have to see her singing and acting "Medoro" at the Bavarian State Opera. It´s the must-see of the upcoming season. Six Dates in January and two in July. Amazing!

Kristy Hayes - I sincerely appreciate your honesty and openness. My partner and I are very grateful for your outstanding example of pride and true love. We hope to meet you in the opera circle someday soon. Thanks for showing the world an elegant, sweet and beautiful example of two women sharing their lives together in love and in spirit. May you and Beth be forever happy and in love. Best wishes, Kristy Hayes

Kate McConville - I absolutely adored your performance in Turandot at the lyric this week. Brava

Matthew Anchel - Dear Patricia Racette, I JUST saw you tonight at the Met in Pagliacci. I personally was so dissapointed in the performance of Cavalleria Rusticana and found it lacking energy. Beautiful singing, but no energy. You DOMINATED the performance tonight with your shimmering, gorgeous voice and wonderful interpretation. I have a new favorite diva! I study at Manhattan School of Music for classical voice and I am often dissapointed with what I see at the Met. Beautiful sounds without anything REAL behind it. You made it real for me. Thank you! Love, A Big Fan

Tina Milanova - I just wanted to say that you did a great performance last night (Nov. 3, 2006) at Met in "Pagliacci". That was my first time going to Opera and what a first time, it was incredible and amazing show. What a crystal voice you’ve got. Thank you so very much for your autograph it was very kind of you to take your time to sign one. Looking forward to see you perform again! Best wishes, Tina from Bulgaria.

Bob Ericson - I will be one of the Supers in SF Madama Butterfly. Welcome to SF and I look forward to working with you.

Ella Matthes - Hi Patricia-Gladi and I are so excited as we are going to see you perform Tosca at the Hollywood Bowl. What are the chances of saying hello after the performance? Look forward to hearing from you. Ella Matthes, Lesbian News:)

Jerry Rosenstein - Hi Patricia- I was totally touched by your birthday greetings from the stage... Many thanks - The performance was terrific, every one loved it - Looking forward to Buterfly Saturday- If I can, will come backstage after - Am no longerworking at City Club, but at the new JCC, so I might have missed you.-Much love- eternally your fan - Jerry Rosenstein

Tod Taylor - Looking forward to hearing Pat in Butterfly at SFO in June. I went to University with her in Texas. So wonderful to see the great acclaim she receives, as I always knew she would!

Margaret Salazar - You have made Puccini and me very proud. Do you think you will ever come to the Napa Valley Opera House?

Nina Josephs - Absolutely superb Butterfly-the Meryl Streep of Opera with a gorgeous voice. Thank you so much for your wonderful gift to us!!

Charlotte Johnson - Please, please, please, pleasepleaseplease...make a recording! I saw you first as Antonia, then as Violetta, and now as Cio Cio San. PLEASE make a recording!!

ALEX WARREN - it has been such a joy to discover the sublime voice of patricia racette. it would be a further joy if i could receive a signed photo. in the unlikeky event that she visits her guestbook, i will leave my address, my love, and my best wishes, and hope for a signed photo. ALEX WARREN 48 EMPIRE STREET WHITBURN BATHGATE WEST LOTHIAN EH47 0DY SCOTLAND

Leslie Stone - We just saw your stunning performance tonight in San Francisco in Madama Butterfly. Brava. Thank you for your courage, your artistry and sharing your talent with us. We were touched.

mary nilan - Your interview on Wednesday evening at the LGBT Center was fantastic. I was the woman who "looked familiar." I was so impressed with the fact that you were so very down to earth and had such a wonderful sense of humor. It was such a pleasure meeting you after having seen you in SF Opera Madama Butterfly 2 weeks ago (in which i may add, you were SPECTACULAR!) May you and Beth have a long and loving life. Thank you for sharing yourself with all of us. mary nilan

Kurt Heintz - I had the honor of seeing you last night in SF in Madama Butterfly. I have to say that I must have seen it over 30 times in my life, and you by far have left a most lasting impression. It is apparent by your performance that you love the role as much as we loved you. Thank you for a memorable evening.

Past comments:

Cozene  Watson - I am a huge fan of Patricia Racette and she sings like an angel. She has a beautiful voice. I like to know about her soon. Thanks.

Elena Servi - Bellissimo sito per la mia Patrizietta; ma vorrei le date di Genova! Elenina

James Jillson - We have submitted your name to the Danbury Concert Assn. in the hope that they will invite you to perform in recital at their very successful concert series.

Tyler Collins - I was roommates with Scott up in Aspen and had the pleasure of meeting Ms. Racette and seeing one of her master classes and it will always be one of the most memorable experiences in my life. To meet someone with such a vitality for life and love of singing. Thank you.

camy valente - I love your work.

Rowna Sutin -  Dear Ms. Racette I just finished listening to Pagliacci on the radio and I had to tell you how much I enjoyed your portrayal of Nedda. I am a professional singer myself and I was so impressed by every aspect of your performance. Your beautiful voice and your total commitment to the performance was truly thrilling. Thank you for a wonderful experience. Rowna

Ingrid Haas - I would like to congratualte Ms. Racette for her amazing artistry. I have had the chance of seeing her twice at the MET, as Musetta and as Antonia, and I love the way she sings. Her voice and her acting are superb and I think she is one of the most important artists of our century. Recently I was very impressed with her Nedda and I am really looking forward to her Alice Ford. I wish her all the success of the world always and I wish one day she can come to Mexico City to sing! Brava, Patricia!

Joe Culotta - Thank you for a wonderful evening Joe

alan hurwitz - Your Butterfly and Alice Ford for HGO were both fabulous! Hope you will be back in Houston again soon...Alan       

Annie Dopkins - Congratulations on your commitment ceremony tomorrow!! The Advocate photo and article were wonderful and you make a beautiful couple. May you have many years together.

Bill Adams - Happy birthday, Pat! [I enjoyed our chat] following your performance as Musetta a few months ago. Later I heard you as Nedda; it measured up to your usual superior artistry: your pitch, legato, and diction are always A+; your vibrato is always alive but never degenerates into a wobble, I suspect because you let it fluctuate in intensity, not pitch. I’m still trying to persuade local artist series to bring you here [Lexington, Kentucky] for a solo recital, as I have been for over 2   years. Don’t give up; I won’t My brother, who has a computer (I  don’t), has been visiting recently, and he showed me your file on the Internet [website]. I thought I had seen every issue of Opera News for the last 7 years or so, but apparently I never saw June 2002. I’ll try to locate a copy and read every word. God bless you! Your loyal fan [symbols for Christ, peace, love, music] Bill Adams

Kathy Phillips - Looking forward to An American Tragedy in December. Good luck!

Toby Racette - I am probably a distance cousin. Your music is great

Joy and Atma Silver-Wiseman - Joy would love to have you and Beth sing the Lakme Duet for the opening party at RainbowVision in May 2006. Our 93 year old friend(who saw her first opera in Berlin in 1924) would thrill at this! Sending our best, Atma & Joy           www.rainbowvisionprop.com

Joe Schallan - Saw you three times in Santa Fe -- 1997 Violetta, as Blanche in Dialogues, and last summer as Tatyana. All memorable. Especially Blanche and Tatyana! T H A N K S Joe, an opera fan from Phoenix …. BTW, very NICE website!

Michel STEMPIN - Thank you for your performance yesterday: 15/05/2003 at Opera Bastille of Paris.

Michael Proulx - Miss Racette, love to hear you sing, you are wonderful. Looking forward to seeing you in 4/2004 in Manchester, NH. Warmest regards to you and your partner, Michael Proulx      

Matthew Cush -  Ms. Racette, Your Violetta at the Bastille is still making me go weak in the knees. I saw it three times, the first two on the TV monitors in the lobby. The show was sold out, but the security guards were kind enough to let me and a few other crazies hang around. The third time I managed to get a ticket off a scalper two minutes before curtain (front row, second balcony!). Paris loves you. Please come more often.

Ann Marie Willer - Just had to say hello - as an alum of both UNT (NTSU) and SMU. I actually played in the pit orchestra for the production of Die Fledermaus Beth sang at SMU! So glad the two of you are happy together - and thanks for being "out." Best wishes and much success to you.

Tony Barneman - Hello Ms.Racette,my name is Tony and I must say congrats on being one of the great artist to FINALLY emerge in years!!! I love big powerful instruments that are well suited for Verdi. I wish you continued success in this very demanding field that chose you!!!!! GOD BLESS!!!!

Joan Shipps - Have followed your magnificent career with great interest and delight since seeing/hearing you perform in San Diego several years ago. Dian and I plan to attend your performance of Katya in April 2004 in SD. Love your website! Warm Wishes, Joan/Dian

Patrick Hayes - Fabulous !!! as Marguerite

Francesca Zambello - Looked to see where u r. Site looks good. Love,

Marc Innes -  With fond memories of your singing. www.marcinnes.com

Amy Synatzske - I am a young soprano living in NYC. I recently heard your Elizabetta in Don Carlos and I must say I was completely enraptured. Thanks for your beautiful singing and committed artistry. Wish you and yours a happy holidays. Amy Synatzske

Hung Yun - The Most beautiful voice in the world, & also, the most beautiful person in the earth!

Frank Babbitt - I noticed that you are opening "Jenufa" in Houston tonight. Your performance of this role with Lyric Opera of Chicago was unforgettable! You have many fans in the orchestra! Looking forward to hearing you again in the future. Break a leg tonight!

Jerry Gauthier - Wow! Wow! What a performance you gave in Houston as Jenufa (Sat. 1/31)! Both acted and sung with such emotion. This was truly a great performance for you and a most memorable evening for me. Thank you so very much!

Blake Frere - Jenufa was stunning! What an amazing production! Please bring it back to Houston soon.

Howard Lee - I saw you in Katya at San Diego on Sunday. You were GREAT! Just wanted you to know that you have another fan

dipesh alesi - thank you very much for the two autographed photos you sent me while you were in manchester, nh. i always enjoy your met opera radio performances and wish you all the best and hope to see you in recital some day. thanks very much for the signed photos!!!

mark malloy - hello pat. i look forward to seeing you in dallas for jenufa. sincerely, mark

Carol Anderson -  I think you are amazing!

Ernane Schalcher  Visiting NY some years ago I saw Miss Racette singing Antonia (The Tales of Hoffmann). She made me cry with her strong performance. Congratulations. God bless you Patricia.

Jerry Lavoie - I am pleased to see your accomplishments in opera. Maybe someday I will be able to attend a performance... that would be a real joy.

April  Spreeman- I am a voice student at the University of Houston, and I just saw you perform at HGO 10.22.04 and it was beautiful. I was the one screaming BRAAAVO DIVA!! Gorgeous, lush, voice you have! It was an honor to hear you perform.

Diane Schwartz  -  I saw you this summer at the Santa Fe Opera. You were the best. When are you coming back?

frank randazzo  -  My birthday present was Madame Butterfly on Nov 7, and what a wonderful gift it was. You were wonderful, and I will always remember the afternoon!

Haydn Scott Pugh - I love you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Nan Arnold - I am sorry that I was not able to attend the Lambda Event in Dallas last weekend due to a prior engagement. Ron and Bill are good friends and I am a past member of the Lambda National Board. I hope to meet you some day -- your accomplishments are amazing and very impressive. Thank you for your support of Lamba and of "our community". Nan

Dia DiCristino - Hi, just wanted to say that i love your voice. nice website!

jeff  coffin - pat, great to see that things are going so well for you! hope to see you out there sometime....much peace, jc

Don Shires -  I was very lucky to see you this summer as Liu in Santa Fe. What a great evening. Thank you

Robert Fernandes - I vacationed in New Mexico this past summer and attended a number of performances at the Santa Fe Opera. Your performance as Liu was by far the best part of Turandot. Wonderful! I also have a picture of you from Opera News hanging in my cubicle at work, helping to make that wall an escapist oasis when things get frustrating.

Brian Hogan - i just returned from the premier of an american tragedy. an i enjoyed it so, so much. everyone was great but your portrayal of roberta was the most moving....every scene you were in, but especially the act II opening was great. congratulations. sincerely brian hogan

Catherine Lewis - your performance in American tragedy. Great how matter of fact you are about you & your partner. Brava!!

Elizabeth Pacheco Rose - Dear Ms. Racette, Hello, my name is Elizabeth & I am a young lyric soprano who admires your singing, your artistry very much. I have followed your work for a few yrs. now. I recently saw An American tragedy in Dec. & you were amazing! Thank you for your honest & moving performance. I travel to NY often for lessons & coachings and was wondering if you teach at all there or elsewhere. I would love to have a lesson with you. I truly admire the technical freedom you have with your instrument! I know you must be very busy, but I would love to meet you & take a lesson with you in the future. I hope to hear from you when you have a chance. Thank you very much for your time & good luck with your upcoming performances. Best wishes always, Elizabeth

carolynn ruth - I saw you as Cio-Cio-San last night in Los Angeles, and you are sublime. You reignited my love for opera. Your voice is as clear and pure as the rising sun in a spring rain. Thank you.

Paul  Evans - Ms. Racette, Just saw you as Butterfly and was so touched by your performance. It was a perfect evening. My date (who had never attended an opera before) felt transformed. Congratulations on a brilliant evening. The highlight of my three seasons at LA Opera, thus far!!

Scott Scott -  Welldone!

Luke Luke - Greatwork!

dominick mirenda - Dear Ms Racette - I have seen you three times now at the MET (Dialogues, Tragedy,Falstaff)and am quite a fan. Am I wrong or did I also see you earlier in your career as Mimi in Boheme at NYCO opposite Jerry Hadley as Rodolfo? I will understand with your schedule if you have no time to reply to fans. Sincerely Dominick Mirenda

Michael Horvich - Wonderful website! How can one woman be so photogenic, so friendly, and so talented? Thanks, Michael

Joel Nofziger - Thank you for bringing such beautiful music into the world. My wife and I so much enjoyed your gift at the Lyric a couple weeks ago. I am wondering who your teacher was at UNT. Thanks again and I hope for you and your partner only the very best.  Joel Nofziger

Tammy Racette -  Patrica, I have often wondered if we were related. He He. I am a Music Education major and I graduate in May. I just love your work, and I am truly blessed by your voice. Thank you for sharing your gift with the world!