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“Guest artist Maria Abous, new to me, is the embodiment of a leading lady. Presence is charming, interpretation appealing, vocals gorgeous. Abous’ fierce ‘Show Me!’ bursts into Ross’ dulcet ‘Here I’ll Stay,’ shooting sparks. The club practically gasps. ‘I Could’ve Danced All Night’ unleashes the ardor and clarity of the performer’s voice.”
— ALIX COHEN, WOMAN AROUND TOWN
Maria Abous, John Sabatos, Santino Fontana, Douglas Sills, Vanessa Williams, Eddie Cooper, Michael Mulheren | Anyone Can Whistle | Carnegie Hall | March 2022 | Photo by V. Nina Westervelt
Maria Abous, Santino Fontana, John Sabatos | Anyone Can Whistle | Carnegie Hall | March 2022 | Photo by V. Nina Westervelt
Maria Abous feat. Nick Hetko, Philippe Lemm, Jeff Koch | On Motherhood | Baretto | May 2024 | Photos by Michael Kushner
“Guest vocalist Maria Abous, a young operatic soprano, not only delivered her songs with verve and fine chops, but also revealed Ross as a superb accompanist (but we knew that!). Abous offered several tunes perfectly curated for her, including My Fair Lady’s ‘Show Me’ and ‘Say a Prayer for Me Tonight,’ as well as Brigadoon’s ‘Waiting for my Dearie’ and a call-and-response duet with Ross of ‘If Ever I Should Leave You,’ a Camelot staple.”
— MARILYN LESTER, NITELIFE EXCHANGE
“As Bilbo Baggins, Maria was funny, touching and very musical, delivering her spoken and sung lines with assurance and expert timing.”