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About Jonathan

Hi, I'm a highly experienced baritone singer in classical, choral, musicals and pop music. Excellent sight-reading ability. Based in London
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I was a Music Scholar at Eton College, singing and playing piano, violin and clarinet. I was then awarded a Choral Scholarship to King's College, Cambridge where I sang services, performed in concerts and recordings and travelled the world on tour for three years. Presently I sing in two choirs, The Cantus Ensemble (chamber choir) and London Contemporary Voices (London's leading alternative choir). My first solo EP, 'Sunrise' was released in 2016 on Banoffeesound label. My first choral composition was performed at Queen Elizabeth Hall in 2018 by LCV Choir.

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Jonathan's Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Karen M
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Absolutely fantastic Jonathan was an amazing singer/performer and as Mary would say ‘Bert’ you were practically perfect in every way 🌂

Reply from Jonathan
1 year ago

Thank you so much, Karen - it was a joy to do and a wonderful event to be part of!

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Suzy W
1 year ago
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5 out of 5

Excellent performance and a lovely chap!

Reply from Jonathan
1 year ago

Thank you very much, Suzy. It was my pleasure.

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Debra I
5 years ago
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5 out of 5

Jonathan was on time, and very professional. Lovely voice. Thank you!

Reply from Jonathan
1 year ago

Thank you, Debra. Much appreciated.

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Encore Customer
7 years ago
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5 out of 5

Great - turned up and did a professional job and stayed to socialise afterwards. Excellent, would book again.

Reply from Jonathan
1 year ago

Thank you very much.

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Jack L
5 years ago, for a Church service in Golden Square
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5 out of 5

Good voice, great sight reader, organised and on it!

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James D
6 years ago, for a Church service in Warwick Square
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5 out of 5

I have known Jonathan for over three years and frequently have used him as a professional singer. He has a lovely bass voice with a wide range. He is extremely musical and a flawless sight reader. He was a regular professional singer at St Gabriel’s, Pimlico for two years and was always extremely punctual and well organised.

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From other musicians:

13 February 2019

Jonathan depped for me at my church choir, and I have subsequently sung with him in that same group; he is punctual, has a handsome baritone sound, and works with a great professional attitude. I'd book him again in a second.

11 February 2019

I booked Jonathan when needing a last minute soloist for Purcell's 'Dido & Aeneas'. Not only was Jonathan note-perfect in spite of the short lead time, but he was the consummate professional in terms of rehearsal, too, taking musical direction very well. Clearly a superb musician with top reading skills and a rich, warm second bass sound, I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Jonathan to other directors.

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Jonathan's Song list

Ave Maria
Panis Angelicus
You Raise Me Up
May the Choirs of Angels
Down By the Salley Gardens
Pure Imagination
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
Sweet Caroline
Evermore (from Beauty and the Beast)
I Believe
Be Prepared
Congratulations
It's My Time
I Get a Kick out of You
For you, For me, Forever more
Miss Otis Regrets
The Rainbow Connection
White Christmas
The Christmas Song
Frosty the Snowman
Penny Lane
The Long and Winding Road
On the Street where you live
Hallelujah
Your Song
A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square
Fly Me to the Moon
Someone in the Crowd (from La La Land)
My Heart Will Go On
You'll Never Walk Alone
Love Shine A Light
Copacabana
Cry Me A River
New York, New York
My Way
Live Alone and Like It
Chim, Chiminee
Jolly Holiday
Anything can happen if you let it
Music from The Phantom of the Opera
Happy to discuss all repertoire.

Jonathan's Prices

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

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£100
Up to 1 hour£200
Up to 2 hours£300
Up to 3 hours£500
Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

I have been told that they love my singing and my performance ability both together.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

The Royal Albert Hall; Sydney Opera House; King's College, Cambridge; Wilderness Festival; Abbey Road Studios; Celebrity weddings; Westminster Abbey; St Paul's Cathedral

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

I love the Italian opera music of Puccini and Verdi. I also love voices such as Dean Martin and the world of swing. On the pop front, I'm a big fan of Kylie Minogue.

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

The film director, Guy Ritchie's wedding where the guests included David Beckham and Brad Pitt!

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

Will always try to be as flexible as possible and do everything to help ensure that the event runs as smoothly as possible. Just let me know.

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

No, sorry

How much time do you need to set up?

Depends on the specific gig but a brief soundcheck should be fine.

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

Of course.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes but if you have a piano then we can use that for our set.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes.
Musicianship
Genres:
Classical
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Event types:
Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Birthday party, Christmas party
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Other skills:
Fluent sight-reader
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