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The Liverpool Singers Youth Ensemble - Recruitment Launch
The Liverpool Singers Youth Ensemble - Recruitment Launch
The Liverpool Singers Youth Ensemble - Recruitment Launch
The Liverpool Singers Youth Ensemble was born from my vision to give young women in the city a space to sing boldly, beautifully, and with real ambition. After years of watching emerging classical singers shine in school, community, and regional settings, I became increasingly aware of a missing pathway — a high-level chamber ensemble whe
The Liverpool Singers Youth Ensemble was born from my vision to give young women in the city a space to sing boldly, beautifully, and with real ambition. After years of watching emerging classical singers shine in school, community, and regional settings, I became increasingly aware of a missing pathway — a high-level chamber ensemble where talented young female voices, including aspiring mezzo-sopranos, could be challenged, supported, and artistically stretched. LSYE was created to be that next step. Launching in September 2026, the ensemble brings together singers aged 14–19 who share a love of precision, expression, and the thrill of ensemble music-making. The group champions the energy and clarity of upper voices, exploring repertoire that spans centuries — from soaring choral classics to bold contemporary sound worlds. What began as an idea scribbled in my rehearsal notes has quickly grown into a project filled with promise, purpose, and excitement. LSYE is my idea, born out of a desire to create something ambitious, nurturing, and genuinely meaningful for young singers in Liverpool. As the founder and director of The Liverpool Singers, I wanted to build a youth ensemble that reflects the same musical values: excellence, inclusivity, and joy in singing. LSYE aims not only to perform at a professional standard but also to nurture confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of music through quality vocal tuition. Each voice matters. Each singer shapes the sound. Together, these young musicians are building something new for Liverpool. Entry to LSYE is by audition, ensuring the ensemble remains focused, committed, and musically strong. Auditions will include: A short prepared song of your choice, Simple aural and musicianship exercises, A brief sight-reading section, A friendly chat about your experience and aspirations. I’m looking for potential, musical curiosity, and enthusiasm — not perfection. Interested in joining? Auditions open soon, and I’d love to hear from you. 📩 Contact: theliverpoolsingers@outlook.com Be part of something bold, brilliant, and new. The future of choral singing starts here.
The Liverpool Singers - The Courtesan's Songbook
The Liverpool Singers Youth Ensemble - Recruitment Launch
The Liverpool Singers Youth Ensemble - Recruitment Launch
❤️🔥 Love. Lust. Power. Money. Survival. ❤️🔥 This spring, The Liverpool Singers present a bold and uncompromising concert that pulls back the curtain on desire in all its forms. ✨ The Courtesan’s Songbook: Sex, Power and Survival in Song ✨ Join us for an evening that showcases classical singers and a talented mezzo-soprano, as we explo
❤️🔥 Love. Lust. Power. Money. Survival. ❤️🔥 This spring, The Liverpool Singers present a bold and uncompromising concert that pulls back the curtain on desire in all its forms. ✨ The Courtesan’s Songbook: Sex, Power and Survival in Song ✨ Join us for an evening that showcases classical singers and a talented mezzo-soprano, as we explore a range of musical genres. From Renaissance madrigals and operatic seduction to sharp-tongued cabaret and iconic pop anthems, this programme traces stories of intimacy, transaction, exploitation, and empowerment — voices from the bedroom, the street, the stage, and the margins of society. Expect beauty. Expect discomfort. Expect music that tells the truth. This concert is also a great opportunity for those interested in vocal tuition to hear varied interpretations of these themes. 📅 Friday 27th March 2026 📍 Ullet Road Church Hall, Liverpool 🚪 Doors: 7pm | Concert: 7:30pm 🎟 £15 / £12 concessions 🔞 Over 18s | Refreshments on sale 🎫 Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1980362987004?aff=oddtdtcreator
About Clary Amelia Taylor
Professional Experience
Clary Amelia Taylor is a Liverpool-based mezzo-soprano, singing teacher, and choral director with over 15 years of experience in performance, education, and ensemble leadership. She holds a Master’s degree in Music from Goldsmiths, University of London, and trained at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. As a talented classical singer, Clary works closely with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic and is actively involved in developing high-quality singing opportunities across the city. She is the founder and director of The Liverpool Singers, a semi-professional female vocal ensemble, and the creator and director of The Liverpool Singers Youth Ensemble (LSYE), set to launch in September 2026, providing an ambitious progression pathway for young singers aged 14–19. Clary also collaborates with schools across Merseyside and Cheshire, delivering choral direction, workshops, and vocal tuition projects focused on vocal development. Currently, she is undertaking advanced choral conducting training at Birmingham Conservatoire, further enhancing her artistic and leadership practice. As a performer, Clary has appeared at venues and events across the UK and has worked with leading organisations, including the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra Chorus. She also teaches singing privately, helping singers of all ages develop their technique, confidence, and musical independence.
Clary Amelia Taylor Mezzo-Soprano: A Captivating Gallery
Clary Amelia Taylor, singing teacher and choir leader:
Choirs
I lead The Liverpool Singers, a semi-professional female vocal ensemble dedicated to tackling ambitious and challenging choral music. For me, singing as a classical singer is about passion, precision, and connection — and guiding this group allows me to bring all three to life every week.
I love working with singers, including talented mezzo-sopranos, who are committed to pushing their musical boundaries, exploring complex harmonies, and performing repertoire that’s both demanding and deeply rewarding. From intricate contemporary works to global choral treasures, we aim to create performances that are musically rigorous, emotionally engaging, and unforgettable for our audiences.
Leading The Liverpool Singers is about more than technique; it’s about cultivating a space where gifted singers can thrive through vocal tuition, where each rehearsal is purposeful, and where every concert delivers excellence and impact. We challenge ourselves because music deserves nothing less — and sharing that experience with both singers and audiences is what makes this work so inspiring.
Liverpool Schools
Clary works with a select range of primary and secondary schools across the Liverpool City Region, delivering high-quality, dynamic vocal tuition tailored to each setting. As a classical singer and mezzo-soprano, her work spans inner-city and independent schools, where she leads singing programmes, choirs, and curriculum-based vocal projects designed to build confidence, musicianship, and a love of singing.
Alongside pupil-facing work, Clary also supports schools through choral leadership and staff development, helping teachers strengthen vocal practice within their music curriculum. Her approach aligns closely with the Department for Education’s Model Music Curriculum, which recommends that pupils take part in whole-class instrumental or vocal projects supported by specialist practitioners.
Schools looking to enhance their singing provision, establish or develop choirs, or provide engaging vocal leadership are invited to get in touch.
Clary has delivered vocal and singing projects in collaboration with Resonate, Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, and through her own independent work. Alongside her work with Resonate, she has designed and led KickStart whole-class and whole-school vocal programmes that support schools in delivering their music curriculum.
These projects are facilitated by Clary, an experienced mezzo-soprano, choral director and singing teacher, who works in partnership with class teachers to introduce pupils to the joy of singing and a deeper understanding of the voice as an instrument. Children develop new musical skills through structured vocal tuition, including notation, rhythm, listening, and stagecraft, culminating in a celebratory end-of-project performance.
Vocal Tuition
Why choose Clary as your singing teacher? Through singing, I help students develop their social skills, emotional expression, physical coordination, and stimulate their intellect. Research shows that singing has a profound beneficial effect across all educational areas and is excellent for improving and maintaining mental wellbeing. My career is built upon putting this philosophy into practice.
My singing lessons, tailored for aspiring classical singers and mezzo-sopranos alike, are designed to suit individual abilities and aims. I teach pupils the repertoire they enjoy while grounding all we do in healthy technique for vocal production. Utilizing Alexander technique and relaxation exercises, I provide advice on excellent posture and tension-free singing. Musicianship, theory, and aural training are interwoven into lessons to enhance musical learning, and I am well-trained in addressing performance anxiety, offering strategies to boost confidence and allow singers to showcase their craft. Prospective pupils are encouraged to participate with an open mind in a kind, caring environment where everyone can flourish.
While my specialism is classical singing and opera, I am also a confident tutor in jazz, popular music, and other styles, boasting a 100% distinction pass rate for singing exams.
Lessons take place from my home in a dedicated music studio, and home visits can be arranged after assessing suitability. Pupils can choose from a range of vocal tuition options, including ABRSM and LCME exams, Trinity/Guildhall syllabuses, and Rock School routes, or simply sing for pleasure. Please get in touch for hourly rates.
Liverpool: Our Singing City: A Singing Strategy
Clary is developing a Singing Strategy for Liverpool with the aim of promoting and engaging singers in delivering exciting vocal music, exceptional teaching, amazing events, and the promotion of musicianship and well-being. This strategy highlights the importance of vocal music to Liverpool, emphasizing that it should be led by experienced practitioners, including classical singers and talented mezzo-sopranos. It aims to promote singing for its own sake and encourages a lifelong love of vocal music through an eclectic and varied programme of vocal tuition. The strategy is inclusive, fostering curiosity about the diverse types of vocal music available.
Starting from the early years and extending through to our Sixth Forms, Colleges, Universities, and music organisations, the strategy builds a comprehensive picture of what is needed to complete the vocal landscape for Liverpool. It ensures that those making music have common ground while still retaining their individual areas of expertise.
Moreover, the strategy addresses the gap in upper KS2 (and beyond) boys' engagement with singing, outlining ways for the city's organisations and educational establishments to capture this vital aspect of our singing society.
Singing holds significant importance in Liverpool's musical heritage and should be actively promoted. Liverpool boasts a rich musical history as the birthplace of numerous influential musicians and bands. The sustained success of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic is a testament to a tradition of music-making that extends beyond The Beatles, encompassing a holistic culture of performance within the city. Singing has played a pivotal role in shaping the city's cultural identity and remains a key component of its vibrant music scene. By promoting singing in schools and within the community, Liverpool can continue to nurture and celebrate its musical heritage, ensuring future generations are aware of and connected to this legacy.
