Music for a Great Space presents John & Gillian Riesen, vocal duo

American tenor John Riesen is consistently impressing audiences with his "impassioned...and vibrant" voice (Opera Today). John’s growing career boasts a variety of roles in which he excels and includes significant work in opera, musical theatre, studio recording, and concert. John was also seen on NBC's America's Got Talent as part of the Finalist group Metaphysic, singing "Nessun Dorma" as the voice of Howie Mandel.
Award-winning American mezzo-soprano Gillian Lynn Cotter (Riesen) is quickly impressing audiences with her strong voice and dynamic presence. Recent roles include Hansel in Hansel and Gretel with Opera Louisiane, Suzuki in Madama Butterfly with Pensacola Opera, and Angelica in the world premiere of A Capacity for Evil with Opera MODO.
John & Gillian met performing professionally in 2014, as Artists in Residence with Shreveport Opera in Louisiana. They will present a program of solos and duets featuring some of the most beloved works of the operatic and musical theater worlds, accompanied by Benjamin Blozan on piano.