"Strong performance... one of the best"
— Parksville Qualicum Beach News
“Cara McLeod has a strong performance as Micaëla; faithful, yet jilted by Don José. Brown’s solo performance Sunday was one of the best of the afternoon. Her voice beautifully depicted the anguish of loss.”
"High purity of sound and a statuesque bearing"
— St. Albert Gazette
“And as for McLeod, Spassov [Michael Spassov; Artistic Administrator of Edmonton Opera] adds, ‘She sings an incredible solo in the Consecration Scene, a hymn to the ancient Egyptian god Phthah. Cara has a high purity of sound and a statuesque bearing that make her perfect for that role.’ ”