Christina Pezzarossi Ramsey, mezzo-soprano, has been praised for her “smoky mezzo” and
captivating stage presence. Hailing from the charming town of Miles City, Montana, Christina’s
journey into the world of opera began as a young dream nurtured by her community, eventually
propelling her to prestigious stages across the country. Her remarkable range, emotional depth,
and artistry have made her a standout presence in the world of opera, enthralling audiences
nationwide.
Recent highlights include her acclaimed portrayals of Carmen (Carmen), Ino (Semele),
Margaret (The Light in the Piazza), Flora (La traviata), and Dorabella (Così fan tutte), as well as
memorable comedic turns in El Gato con Botas and COVID fan tutte with Pacific Opera Project.
Christina’s versatility extends further with performances as Rossweisse in Die Walküre, Lucilla
in La scala di seta, Wellgunde in Das Rheingold, Paula in Florencia en el Amazonas, Gertrude
in Roméo et Juliette, Kate Pinkerton in Madama Butterfly, Alisa in Lucia di Lammermoor, and
covers like Stewardess in Flight with Des Moines Metro Opera.
In the concert realm, Christina’s talents have shone in performances of Beethoven’s Symphony
No. 9 with the Santa Barbara Symphony and Pacific Symphony, Rossini’s Stabat Mater with
Pensacola Symphony, and Handel’s Messiah with Laguna Beach Chorale. Her dynamic stage
presence has also graced productions such as Encore: A Musical Revue with Central City
Opera.
This season, Christina makes her house debut at Opera Las Vegas as Cherubino in Mozart’s Le
nozze di Figaro and returns to Opera Santa Barbara for two featured roles: Cornelia in Handel’s
Giulio Cesare and Sharon Falconer in Robert Aldridge’s Elmer Gantry.
Throughout her career, Christina has demonstrated unwavering dedication, resilience, and a
profound commitment to her craft, captivating audiences with her ability to inhabit characters
with nuance and emotional truth. She is currently a candidate for the degree of Doctor of
Musical Arts in Voice at the University of California, Santa Barbara, continuing to deepen her
artistry and inspire fellow musicians.
