Ethan Richter

Ethan Richter

Music Administrator & Librarian
Pronouns

he/him/his

Describe what you do for Portland Opera

My primary responsibility is to ensure that everyone, from the soloists to the chorus and orchestra, is on the same page musically. In the opera world, there are often several different versions (or editions) of every piece - sometimes with very different music. Once the decision has been made as to what version Portland Opera will produce, it is my job to communicate this to all parties involved as well as secure the necessary music and permissions, for copyrighted works, in order to make that production a reality. Additionally, I manage the orchestra and all things (non-vocal) instrument related.

In my free time, you can usually find me...

Outdoors - hiking, backpacking, XC skiing, or generally enjoying the beauty of the PNW.

What's your favorite Portland coffee shop, brewery, cidery, or winery?
Tabor Bread
Do you have hike/park/scenic view in Oregon that inspires you?
I love views of the gorge - Cape Horn and the Women's Forum are two of my favorites

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