ALI WILSON - PORTSMOUTH

Having trained at Trinity College of Music, Ali has been running choirs since 2012, something she has found very rewarding and a joyful part of her life.

Her love for leading choirs really began during her time with Hampshire Music Service, where she was given the exciting challenge of creating workplace choirs. What started as a project quickly turned into a passion and she realised she’d found her calling.

ALICE MORGAN - HOLBORN, SOHO & TOTT COURT ROAD

Alice has run multiple choirs and communal singing workshops around London and Kent.

She has worked as a musician on cruise ships and in hotels around the world, and now holds several residencies playing piano and singing in bars and venues across London — which she frequently turns into mass singalongs!

ALYSSA AVESTRO - OXFORD

With years of experience in amateur musical theatre, open mics and community choirs, including Sing Space and Some Voices York, Alyssa understands the courage it takes to sing out and the immense joy that follows.

Born and raised in sunny California, she brings a mentor’s heart and a cheerleader’s energy to everything she leads. She’s passionate about creating inclusive, supportive spaces where people can feel confident to find their voice, connect and be free to let their personalities shine.

ANTTI SAARI - HELSINKI

Antti Saari is a Turku-based musician, voice teacher, and conductor specialising in vocal music across a wide range of genres. He has led the Helsinki Police Male Voice Choir, Vox Urbana, and several other choirs in and around Helsinki. He has also sung with groups including Kuvaja, Key Ensemble, and Musta Lammas.

In choral singing, Antti especially enjoys rich soundscapes, breathing together as a group, and exploring music in a playful and enjoyable way.

bex BAXTER (REBECCA) - st albans

Bex runs multiple choirs (with Some Voices being her favourite!), as well as vocal workshops specialising in outreach, education and community projects.

Bex has been a member of the Some Voices team since January 2016 and has loved every moment. She truly enjoys and appreciates the excitement of multiple voices singing together, and says Some Voices rehearsals are “genuine highlights” of her week!

BEN SHARPLES - LIVERPOOL

Ben is a singer and musician from Liverpool with over 10 years industry experience. He has achieved international acclaim with contemporary R&B group MiC LOWRY - who have toured all over the UK & Europe, and their music has been streamed over 100 million times! 

Ben comes from an R&B/Soul background but his vocal style ranges from Pop to Jazz and everything in between.

CAITLIN BLOGG - borough & hammersmith

Originally from Northamptonshire, Caitlin is a freelance singing teacher, vocalist, and musical theatre performer who has been living in London for over six years.

Having started as a vocalist in the Some Voices Company Choir, she launched our Hammersmith choir in 2023 and is excited to now be leading our Borough choir too. Caitlin loves bringing out the best in people and thrives on seeing people having a great time.

“Singing is so good for the soul and leaves you with so much joy and happiness - this is what our community choir is all about.” 

CATHERINE COURTLEY - canterbury & ramsgate

Catherine is an experienced vocal leader who has been running musical groups and choirs around London and East Kent since 2016. She also hosts regular choral workshops, and her choir arrangements have been performed by The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and by choirs up and down the country. 

Catherine is also General Manager in the Some Voices team. As you'd expect, she is generally crazy about choirs and the joy that comes from uniting people through the power of singing. 

DAVID BALOGUN - islington & SHOREDITCH

With a MOBO Award nomination, a BBC Introducing feature, sold-out concerts, a unique voice, and musical arrangements described by many as 'soothing', 'uplifting' and like 'melted-chocolate', David is a talented singer, songwriter, vocal coach, and Musical Director with many years of experience.

David's aim is to inspire the world with great melodies and follow his passion for helping others develop their vocal abilities.

EMMA STUBBS - PARIS

Emma is a Franco-British singer, songwriter and primary school teacher, passionate about music's uplifting power and how it brings people together, bridging the generation gap ! She also plays the piano and the ukulele. She was a member of Some Voices London and now lives in Paris. 

“I am so excited about the opportunity to launch a Some Voices choir in Paris! Being part of it when I was living in London was such a fun and extraordinary experience, I am thrilled to be able to build a community in France and to share the love, joy and passion for singing which Some Voices is all about!”

FRIDOLIJN VAN POLL - amsterdam & gouda

Amsterdam-based singer and songwriter, Fridolijn has steadily been making a name for herself, with millions of Spotify streams, international performances at venues including Billboard Live Tokyo, the North Sea Jazz Festival, The Tabernacle London, and the Concertgebouw Amsterdam, as well as press coverage on blogs such as Written in Music and NoDepression.

“I think singing together is the most beautiful and fun thing in the world. It brings us together in a way nothing else does. That’s why I can’t wait to start this choir, and have it be all about the joy and fun of making music together, and feeling a little more connected to others.”

HANNAH BLACKETT - york

Born in Yorkshire, Hannah is a Music and Performance graduate of Goldsmiths College London and has many years experience singing professionally, vocal coaching in schools, private tuition and theatre.

Hannah absolutely loves leading community choirs and having recently studied Estill vocal training, she has a wealth of knowledge to share on performance technique, vocal health, placement and breath management. She is beyond excited to be bringing a little Some Voices musical magic to York. 

IMOGEN HALSEY - WOKING

Imogen is a singer, songwriter and teacher based in Surrey with over 10 years of industry experience. She studied Music and Philosophy at the University of Leeds before doing a Masters in Musical Theatre at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.

As a songwriter, her music spans genres from jazz and folk to indie pop. As a teacher and leader, she loves encouraging people to become confident singers and engaging performers. She can't wait to get started with our new choir in Woking!

JADE WILLIAMS - brighton

Jade trained in Classical and Opera from a young age, was a Specialist Singer and chorister at the prestigious Wells Cathedral School and studied at the London College of Music.

Jade has been a session musician and singer for 20 years and an original artist in her own right, known as Jade Like The Stone.

Jade is currently Head of Songwriting at Waterbear - Britain’s most cutting edge music college.

JAMES BURNS - peckham & woolwich

James is a singer and musician from Portsmouth - now living in Woolwich! He studied Music Technology at university, but he has been involved in singing and leading choirs since he was 14; currently he’s helping write and record a new musical!
James enjoys sharing his love of music with everyone that he comes across; and encouraging people into their best and most confident selves!

”Singing is my favourite thing to do, and I love what it achieves - it lifts others up, and creates a feeling like no other! I’m really excited to work with all of you to make some beautiful sounds together.”

JAVIER VILARINO - CHELMSFORD

Javier Vilariño is a Spanish-Australian baritone known for his diverse and vibrant performances across opera, musical theatre, and concert stages. A graduate of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, his stage roles have included Sid in Albert Herring, Orpheus in Les Malheurs d’Orphée, and Don Alfonso in Così fan tutte. He has worked with prominent companies like Opera Australia, where he performed in productions of Carmen and Così fan tutte.

Javier was a guest entertainer on cruise ships, showcasing a blend of opera and musical theatre. Currently based in London, he continues to perform and teach, and host concerts for the Songhaven dementia-friendly music initiative.

JONNY WISE - BERLIN

Jonny is singer-songwriter, piano teacher, and choir leader who has called Berlin home for the past 15 years. With a deep-rooted passion for music that ignited during his childhood on the outskirts of London, he has dedicated his life to the transformative power of melody and harmony.

Jonny loves to unite people through music and helping to cultivate a space where people can thrive through the power of music.

JONATHAN GROSBERG - bristol

Jonathan has enjoyed varied experience in the arts as a performer, composer, musical director, vocal coach and choir leader. He is currently working as Head of Music and Singing at the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.

He is a firm believer that singing is a joy that should be open to everyone. He can’t wait to start a Some Voices choir in Bristol that celebrates the community spirit that Bristolians are known for. 

JOSHUA BARR - finsbury park

Josh has been in London since 2018, running the Pop-Up Choir in South London, and singing in London Contemporary Voices. He recently enjoyed touring as a backing vocalist with Tom Odell, and has previously performed with Keane, Orlando Weeks, Elena Tonra, and Alev Lenz.

For Josh, singing is all about fun, community, and connecting with others - he loves leading our Finsbury Park crew!

LAUREN DYER - dalston

Lauren is a vocalist, vocal director and creative facilitator. Originally from Northern Ireland, Lauren has made a home here in Hackney, London where she works as a freelance Musician. She thrives when performing onstage, leading groups of voices and inspiring communities through the power of song and creative music making.  She has worked alongside Laura, Curtis and the Some Voices team since 2012 and is super excited to be leading the Dalston choir! 

"My passion is to use my voice to make music and inspire others to share and create together.  I love that my job means I get to collaborate with like minded people who also have a passion for music each week."

LEA CORNTHWAITE - newcastle

LEA is a singer and workshop leader with more than twenty years of experience of performing, directing choirs and leading vocal workshops in many genres of music all across the country from Aberdeen to Plymouth. He has run Some Voices choirs since 2015, and they remain some of his favourite groups to work with.

"The energy and enthusiasm of our members is inspiring. I've been involved with many choirs, but there's nothing quite like Some Voices!"

LOTTIE BLOGG - BIRMINGHAM

Lottie is a freelance vocalist, session musician and songwriter, with a background in R&B and neo-soul. She moved to Birmingham to study Popular Music Performance – Vocals at BIMM University.

Passionate about choirs for years, and a member of an award-winning gospel choir, she is excited about leading Some Voices’ first Birmingham choir - sharing her love of music and inspiring others to connect through song, build confidence, and experience the joy of creating something amazing together!

LUKE SAYDON - wimbledon

Luke Saydon is a musical director, composer and theatre practitioner. He grew up and trained in Malta, moving to the wonderful UK in 2016.

Since then he’s led several community choirs, works as a resident writer and performer at the V&A Museum, and has been the musical director for Chickenshed Theatre Company in Kensington & Chelsea.

MARION WYLLIE - clapham & strand

Marion is a freelance singing teacher, choir leader, and ceilidh caller. Hailing from Scotland and classically trained at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, Marion has been part of the Some Voices family since 2018.

As a singer herself, Marion knows how much of a buzz people get from singing in a choir and she loves doing any job that allows her to share the sheer joy of music!

MATT STOCKHAM - WIMBORNE

Matt has been involved in performing arts since the age of five - and loves every second of it! He started teaching drama and singing in 2014, and has taught children of all ages, from those just starting out in life to students heading off to train professionally.

Matt has performed in TV, film, and theatre, and has also worked as a Stage Manager with multiple theatre companies.He continues to grow his passion and knowledge through his studies at the University of Winchester.

nicaela whyte - hammersmith

Nicaela is a versatile and experienced performer with a strong foundation in musical theatre and vocal genres including R&B, gospel, house, and soul. She has built an impressive career as a choir member, soloist, and professional backing vocalist, performing at high-profile events such as Brighton Pride with Billy Porter, Chaka Khan’s Meltdown Festival, and the Sky Sports+ App Launch.

A regular performer with acclaimed groups including Some Voices Company Choir, she has shared the stage with celebrated artists like Beverley Knight and Sam Ryder. Her vocal range spans tenor to soprano, and she brings additional expertise as a vocal coach.

SOPHIE WINTER - bath & stroud

Sophie is a singer, conductor and theatre maker. She has worked with Some Voices as a conductor and singer since 2015 and has loved every minute of it! Sophie also runs Some Voices’ wedding choir as well as outreach choirs across the UK. As a conductor, Sophie enjoys encouraging people to become confident singers, both as vocalists and performers. She moved to Stroud in 2022 and started up our fantastic choir there.

"Leading a Some Voices choir is the absolute best fun: the arrangements are awesome, and the vibe is really joyful. You can’t help but leave feeling uplifted at the end of each session.”

TESSA SMITH - LEEDS

Tessa is a vocalist and vocal coach, performing around the country and working with singers both within universities and privately. 

She has lived in Leeds since graduating from the College of Music (now Leeds Conservatoire) with a degree in Jazz Studies, and recently completed an MA in Vocal Pedagogy. (FUN FACT: before moving to Leeds, she grew up in Northumberland and attended the same high school as Some Voices MD Laura!)

Tessa is passionate about helping people discover joy and trust in their singing voices. She loves vocal harmonies, having sung in (and led) choirs for as long as she can remember, and is super excited about bringing Some Voices to Leeds!

TOM MARLOW- cambridge

Tom is a music teacher in a secondary school and believes that every child has the right to an exciting and fulfilling musical education. He feels exactly the same about his musical work with adults, and loves the joy and sense of community that music can bring to all!

Since graduating from the University of Cambridge, Tom has played violin in local orchestras, been Musical Director for numerous amateur dramatic productions, led several community choirs, and enjoyed music making for people with dementia. Tom lives and breathes music and loves leading Some Voices Cambridge.

WILL MORGAN - BECKENHAM

Will is a choir leader and instrumental tutor from South London. Having worked with children's choirs and prepared students for performances at venues including the Barbican and Ronnie Scott's, he is now looking forward to working with Some Voices and bringing his passion for group singing to Beckenham.

"I don't think there's anything more joyful than singing in harmony with a group of like-minded people. I can't wait to surround myself with people who want to express themselves through singing and have a good time doing it."