Richard Risi

Richard Michael Risi - Lyric Tenor, Composer/Arranger, & Thespian THE BEGINNINGS OF MUSIC Richard was born Legally Blind and Hard of Hearing (having Mid-Range Hearing Loss). As a toddler, he spent time in the hospital where he was visited by music therapists. Together, they would play bongos, xylophones, and other miscellaneous instruments that eventually drew a crowd to his hospital floor. With his hearing loss, Richard could hear the humming and song-like tones which helped him grow and learn. ​Throughout grade school, He began writing poetry and eventually lyrics. With these musical motifs and melodies ringing, he taught himself to play the guitar. He then continued onward to Piano, Drum Set to many other instruments, such as the Ocarina. MUSIC INSPIRATIONS Richard had kept his mind