Welcome to My World!
“Fascinating original music by Cody Ritchey”
— El Paso Times
“Cody Ritchey has the pit band rocking and the performers rambunctiously belting out ” - Jak Klinikowski
— El Paso Times
Hmmm...what do I do?!
Some days, I compose scores for musical theatre and plays (Off-Broadway New York, El Paso). Some days (ok...mostly nights...wink wink), I'm a songwriter and collaborate with numerous bands and artists. As a highly sought-after pianist and keyboardist, some days I'm fortunate to perform with a wide-ranging variety of artists including Chuck Berry, Juan Gabriel, Tanya Tucker, and Sir Tim Rice. Some days, my humor gets me into trouble...more of that in my blog!
Currently I am the Composer and Lyricist of the long-running musical "Viva El Paso", I am finishing my original musical Night and the Search for Day, and am recording new songs with my band "The Sidewalk Inspectors".
“Speaking of rhythm, the rhythm section of Cody Ritchey, piano...delivers a solid bed for Tony Campise's antics and great backing for the other soloists.” - Robert Philpot
— EPT "In My Opinion" Column