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About Emma MacLaren

“Worcestershire’s soft, soaring, soulful soprano. A singer with an exceptional musical talent to enthral and entertain any audience”.

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Singer (soprano)

Worcester

Hello, it’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m Emma, a professional singer who has been performing for over 15 years at private events and special occasions, including wedding ceremonies, and for my loved ones. Music is my beating heart. I love to entertain, to captivate an audience through the magic of a melody, but most importantly to bring joy and happiness to the most special and treasured times in our lives. I love to inspire others to use their voices. It is an absolute pleasure to share my passion for performing at any event, but especially at one of the most important days of someone's life, witnessing the love shared between two souls. If you are looking for a soft, soaring soprano singer with warm, soulful tones, who can carefully select songs tailored to your personal preferences, with a versatile portfolio of songs, in varying styles and genres of music, then please don't hesitate to get in contact. I would be delighted to bring your ideas to life and help make your dream event come true!

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Musicianship

Genres:

Pop, Classical crossover, Christmas, Contemporary Christian, Musical theatre, Contemporary classical, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Folk, Jazz, Blues, Cabaret, Originals, Easy listening, Covers, Soul, Motown, R&B, Tribute, Ambient pop, Acoustic, Pop rock

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Instruments:

Singer (soprano)

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Event types:

Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Corporate event, Private event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Recording session, New Year's Eve, Christmas party, Birthday party, Concert, Theatre / Show, Bar / Club / Venue event

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Other skills:

Songwriter, Lyricist, Actor, Dancer

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Song list

Jazz

Summertime - Heyward & Gershwin

Someone to watch over me - Ira & George Gershwin

When I fall in love - Victor Young, Edward Heyman

Till there was you - Meredith Willson

At Last - Mack Gordon, Harry Warren

Moon river - Henry Mancini and Johnny Mercer

Let's never stop falling in love - Thomas M Lauderdale

The Nearness of you - Hoagy Carmichael, Ned Washington

L-O-V-E - Nat “King” Cole

Unforgettable - Nat “King” Cole

I put a spell on you - Jalacy J. Hawkins

Fever - Eddie Cooley, John Davenport

Blues

Over the rainbow - Melody Gardot

If the stars were mine - Melody Gardot

How love should be - Paula Cole

Songbird - Eva Cassidy

You take my breath away - Eva Cassidy

Unchained melody - Alex North, Hy Zaret

Can't help falling in love - Hugo Peretti, Luigi Creatore and George David Weiss

Never gonna give you up - Stock, Aitken and Waterman

Killing me softly - Charles Fox and Norman Gimbel

Someone like you - Van Morrison

Come away with me - Norah Jones

You and I - Michael Bublé

Heaven - Gregory Porter

Can't take my eyes off you - Bob Crewe and Bob Gaudio

Pop

All you need is love - The Beatles

Here comes the sun - The Beatles

And I love him - The Beatles

To love somebody - Bee Gees

How deep is your love - Bee Gees

Faithfully - Journey

Your song - Elton John

Can you feel the love tonight - Elton John

I will always love you - Dolly Parton

Halo - Beyoncé

Love will keep us alive - Paul Carrack

Place to hide - Kandace Springs

I love you always forever - Donna Lewis

(Everything I do) I do it for you - Bryan Adams

The first time ever I saw your face - Ewan McColl

Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen

Thank you for the music - ABBA

I have a dream - ABBA

This I promise you - Donna Taggart

Promise me - Beverley Craven

I’m kissing you - Des’ree

All of me - John Legend

Forever you and me - The Teskey Brothers

How wonderful you are - Gordon Haskell

(You make me feel like) A natural woman - Carole King

A thousand years - Christina Perri

Make you feel my love - Bob Dylan

Someone Like You - Adele

Throw me now your arms - Damien Jurado

Thankful - Josh Groban

Classical, Musicals

Pie Jesu - Andrew Lloyd Webber

Amazing Grace - Hymn

I Could Have Danced All Night - My Fair Lady

If I Loved You - Carousel

You’ll Never Walk Alone - Carousel

Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again - Phantom of the Opera

Someone To Watch Over Me - Crazy For You

I Dreamed a Dream - Les Miserable

On My Own - Les Miserable

Hopelessly Devoted To You - Grease

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

I have been lucky to share my passion for performing at many beautiful locations at home and abroad. I consistently receive glowing reviews and enthusiastic feedback on my professionalism and attention to detail. I am praised for my sophisticated and soulful vocals, as well as my ability to captivate an audience no matter how large or intimate the event size

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Luxury wedding venues such as Deer Park Hall Eckington, Cotswolds House Hotel & Spa, Lapstone Barn, Daylesford Organic Farm to name a few, as well as village churches, private parties and abroad locations.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Eva Cassidy, Melody Gardot, Carole King, Barbara Streisand

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

A private wedding at Christian Dior's former home, Château de La Colle Noire in Montauroux, France

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

If timings need to change this is not a problem at all. I will always try to be flexible to ensure that your event runs as smoothly as possible.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

On request, I can of course provide an iPod service, such as a free custom playlist option to help set the ambience of the event for your guests.

How much time do you need to set up?

Depending on the package chosen, set up usually requires about 15 - 30 mins before the performance time and then a quick sound check. I can also provide a playlist before the set to add atmosphere for the guests.

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

The set list is professionally prepared in advance after our first consultation to reflect your chosen theme or you can opt for a bespoke option where you choose the selection of songs you wish to be performed. I am very happy to talk through ideas to make sure we find what suits you for your event.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Where possible, I will always bring my own PA system, but may require use of the venues sound system if applicable.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

If there is a specific song (or songs) you’d like to be performed on the day, this can be seamlessly added for you. I am very happy to receive music requests and to learn new songs. There is an additional fee for this service to take into account rehearsal times.

Prices

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£150
Up to 1 hour	£250
Up to 2 hours	£350
Up to 3 hours	£450

Drinks reception

- x2 performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception

£250

Wedding ceremony

This will include music before the ceremony begins, a processional song, music during the signing of the register, and a recessional piece as your guests leave.

£375

Wedding ceremony + Drinks reception + Dinner

- Music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. - 2 x 45 min performances at the drinks reception. - 2 x 45 min performances as dinner is being served.

£500

Personalised Music Message

Book me to create a unique music video for you to send to a friend as a gift. This could be a birthday message, first dance song for a wedding anniversary, or just your friend's favourite song to cheer them up.

£15

Emma MacLaren

5 out of 5

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Reviews

5 out of 5

Thank you to Emma for making our wedding ceremony so magical. From the moment we booked Emma to sing at our wedding ceremony she has been so helpful and professional. She has been involved in the preparation of the ceremony and made us feel so special with all the planning she has done before the day. She went above and beyond with FaceTime calls to discuss songs choices, to visiting the venue so she could visualise how the ceremony would be like. Her singing on the day was beautiful just like her personality. She sang songs that we personally requested and they worked so well in the ceremony. Emma very kindly sang for my guests after the ceremony at the drinks reception and they were all amazed with how brilliant she was. I’m so happy we asked Emma to sing at our wedding and would recommend anyone to book her.

5 out of 5

We were very lucky that Emma agreed to sing in the church at our wedding during lockdown in 2020. We weren’t allowed hymns at the time, but were determined to have music of some kind and we weren’t disappointed. Emma is charming and has the most beautiful voice, the acoustics in the church were amazing and she made the whole ceremony a magically memorable experience for us. Oliver & Emily

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