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Whether I'm performing a new opera, producing the next generation of original work, or leading one of Texas' most vibrant community music schools, my mission is the same: helping people experience the transformative power of music. In addition to singing professionally, I am the Founding Executive Producer of the award-winning LOLA, Local Opera Local Artists, I serve as the Executive Director of the Armstrong Community Music School where I have also been on the faculty since 2004! I serve on the board of the Seagle Festival Alumni Association and as Secretary of the Austin Classical Guitar Board. I’ve been a professional singer voice teacher, and arts leader for over 25 years. Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for rich and diverse content.

Liz Cass: Mezzo-Soprano, Executive Director, Executive Producer, Educator

Liz Cass Liz Cass is a dynamic producer, educator, arts leader, and operatic performer based in Austin, Texas. She is the founder and Executive Producer of the award-winning opera company LOLA (Local Opera Local Artists) and the Executive Director of Armstrong Community Music School, where she has taught voice since 2004.

Her versatility shines in roles such as Dinah LeFarge in the world premiere of Lardo Weeping with LOLA, and Mrs. Lowe and Dora in The Manchurian Candidate with Austin Opera. Committed to making music with and in her community, she has performed with Austin Symphony Orchestra, Chorus Austin, Austin Classical Guitar, Austin Chamber Music Center, La Follia, and Panoramic Voices. Internationally, she appeared in Handel's Messiah in Guatemala from 2008-2019.

A champion of contemporary works, Liz premiered the mezzo role in Pancho Villa From a Safe Distance by Graham Reynolds, earning the Austin Critics Table Best Singer award. She also starred at the PuSh Festival and PROTOTYPE Festival. Under her leadership, LOLA commissioned Lardo Weeping by Peter Stopschinski and Terry Galloway.

Recent and Upcoming: Concert engagements in Austin, TX with Southwestern University, Armstrong Community Music School, KMFA 89.5 Classical Austin, and La Follia (March – April, 2026), Handel’s Messiah in Guatemala (December 2026), Concerts in Vancouver, Canada (February, 2027), and Concerts in Kansas City, MO (May, 2027).

Liz studied under Dr. Rebecca Folsom and earned her Vocal Performance degree at UMKC Conservatory with Inci Bashar, continuing studies at Aspen Music Festival, Seagle Festival, Central City, and Fort Worth Opera.