‘The New Colossus,’ a submission to the 2019 New Arias competition for Opera on Tap-Twin Cities. Lauren Bernofsky provided a wonderful piece that I was instantaneously drawn to and I am so happy that I was able to sing it.
Updated 2023 Recording of ‘Sometimes I Wonder.’ A note that it has come to light that JNOC has had transphobic interactions with many in the Twin Cities community, until this behavior is changed and acknowledged Tara no longer supports this organization.
‘Sometimes I wonder’ is a piece that was composed specifically for Drip Project to address rape and sexual harassment. With words written by Moira Finley and music by Amy Kennedy this piece is cathartic for both performer and audience. Collaborative Pianist: Clara Byom Horn: Kayla Niehaus.