“What finally distinguishes Magdalene is Birrittella’s singing and her radiant, nearly angelic presence.”
— The Financial Times
“Ms. Birrittella… gave an exposed, intelligent and earnest performance in what was essentially a one-woman show. She was persuasive and powerful throughout.”
— The New York Times
“A breath of pure creative power.
While Birrittella is but one voice, she is embodying the voice of all women… eventually blooming into a thrilling high note… soaring over the heavier orchestration.”
— Opera Wire
“A charismatic singer with a high, crystalline soprano.”
— The Wall Street Journal
“Mesmerizing. As hypnotic to watch as she is to hear… Birrittella makes singing look as easy as breathing.”
— Parterre
“It is rare to see an opera singer dance. Danielle Birrittella possesses a pure lyric soprano.”
— Indie Opera
“Unlike anything I’ve ever seen… one of the more moving artistic experiences I’ve had in recent memory.”
— Theatre Times
“Words and music are integrated into a multi-dimensional sensory exploration, that is both sonically and visually immersive... Birrittella takes the long view and infuses it with a sense of wonder.”
— Fabrik Magazine
“Trained for years in the operatic singing arts, Birrittella channels arias and odes. The poetries of the past and the attachments to the present (and reflections on the future) pour together in tones of ukulele strums, ambient atmospheres, and electronic baroque.”
— Impose
Her practice as a classically trained opera singer induced an incredibly critical ear. Influences of classical music, such as Baroque and French Romantics are beautifully infused with modern experimental cinematic folk.
— The Huffington Post
“Her command of instrumentation and lyrical delivery reveals a mature and well-rounded mind. Be prepared to revisit an old heartbreak and have fun doing so.”
— Wonderland
“Airy, ethereal tracks that’ll transport you in space and time. She draws heavily on classical elements and gives them a unique experimental twist that’ll make your head spin.”
— Audiofemme
“Reminiscent of everything from Beach House, to Slowdive, to Julee Cruise.”
— Pop Matters
“Ethereal and dreamy sound... entrances you and takes you to an otherworldly place.”
— Lady Gunn
“A torch song for the 21st century… Not many songs start with some understated ukulele and end up touching on opera, Italian folk songs, strings, mellotron and a subtle heartbeat rhythm, but “Brokenhearted” makes its sound and its experience of heartbreak into its own pocket universe.”
— L.A. Record
“Vocals deliver a delicacy that is emotionally tranquilizing with lyrics that pack heartfelt sincerity.”
— Georgie Magazine
“Birrittella specializes in a moody and lushly orchestral baroque pop-leaning sound.”
— The Joy of Violent Movement
“Something of a nostalgic enigma. Her musical background encompasses the broadest range of influences; from her childhood on a Hindu ashram to a career in opera singing. Elements of all of these factors are audible in her nostalgic, comfortingly familiar sound, coupled with her penchant for impeccably balanced songwriting.”
— The Line of Best Fit