Weddings and Special Occasions

~ Carmel Edwards (Soprano) and Megan Edwards (Piano) ~


 

Selection of Songs Awards Quotes Recordings Listen Online Links Prices Contact Carmel Edwards   Introduction... Live music can provide a background during the signing of the register or to add colour and atmosphere to a civil wedding. I would be happy to liaise with the church organist or I can bring a pianist if required. Under "Selection of Songs" I have suggested examples of pieces of  music often chosen, but if you would like a particular song I would be happy to learn it if it is not already in my extensive repertoire. I am based in Nottingham, but I am available to sing anywhere in the East Midlands.

All photographs are reproduced by kind permission of Monochrome Studios

About Carmel Edwards...

I have been singing since the age of 5, and was until recently a member of the Nottingham Bach Choir with whom I have performed as a soloist. I also sing with Farnaby & Co, a small musical ensemble specialising in madrigals and early music, and I am lead singer for "The Dirty Thirties" a band specialising in music from the 1930's.  

I have been studying part-time as a classical singer for 14 years and am I currently preparing for the ABRSM Diploma (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music), although I enjoy singing a variety of musical styles.

I have made two professional recordings for a local company producing French language resource materials, and in 2006 recorded a CD with Farnaby & Co. 

I have taken part in several Festivals and competitions and has been praised for the pure quality of my sound. I have also performed in various charity concerts, including a major fund-raiser at Belvoir Castle.

About Megan Edwards...

Megan is an accomplished young pianist who has experience of playing for weddings, including providing incidental music for the reception. She has a wide repertoire, from jazz to classical, ballads to modern classics. Together we can provide background music to create a relaxed atmosphere for your guests as they assemble for the reception including such songs as "Moon River", "Can't Help lovin' dat man of mine" and other easy listening classics.

Selection Of Songs...

Ave Maria by Bach, arranged by Gounod Panis Angelicus by César Franck The Flower Duet from Lakmé, by Delibes Ave Maria by Schubert Un Moto Di Gioja from The Marriage of Figaro, by Mozart Laudate Dominum by Mozart Ave Maria by Caccini Ave Verum Corpus by Mozart Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring by Bach Exsultate Jubilate by Mozart Amazing Grace (Traditional) Morning has broken (Traditional)   If loved you from Carousel, by Rodgers and Hammerstein Do I love you by Cole Porter One Hand, One Heart from "West Side Story" Can't help lovin' dat man of mine from "Showboat" Someone to watch over me by Gershwin As time goes by from "Casablanca" Summertime from "Porgy and Bess" All I ask of you from the Phantom of the Opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber

Awards...

• Nottingham Music and Drama Festival ~
  Winner of Ladies Open Solo, the  Maud Morley Trophy ~ March, 2006
   
• Selston Musical Festival
  1st Prize in the Lieder and Art Songs ~ Nov 2005
   
• Derby Arts Festival ~
  Winner of Ladies Recital ~ Dawes Cup ~ May 2005
   
• Derby Arts Festival ~
  Winner of Ladies Recital ~ Dawes Cup ~ May 2004
   
• Derby Arts Festival
  Winner of Oratorio Solo ~ Ruth Morris Cup ~ May 2004
   
• Nottingham Music and Drama Festival ~
  Winner of Ladies Open Solo, the Maud Morley Trophy ~ March, 2003
   
• Nottingham Music and Drama Festival ~
  Winner of Ladies Open Solo, the  Maud Morley Trophy ~ March, 2001
   
• Nottingham Guardian Trophy, Overall Winner ~ March, 2001

Quotes...

• "I am passing on to you the many comments I have had from people about how much they enjoyed your singing. Everyone has pondered the beautiful gift you shared with us"
  ~ Dennis Tully, Southwell Minster
   
• "Thank you very, very much for sing at the "Real Millennium" concert last week, and what a superb performance. You were wonderful. We will look forward  to hearing you sing again."
  ~ Eric Sharp, The Mayor of Bingham
   
• "On behalf of the "Vale of Belvoir Lions", I have pleasure in thanking you for your beautiful singing at our "Italian Evening Dinner" at the Haven Hotel, your selection of music and songs was appreciated by all of us.  We are looking forward to meeting you again at Belvoir Castle, in aid of the "Kinder Appeal"
  ~ Ken Palmer, President of the Vale of Belvoir Lions Club

"Heartfelt and expressive performance"   "Beautifully shaped and technically accomplished"   "A very stylish approach and a voice of much quality"   "A pure bel canto quality"   "A very atmospheric performance - Thank you"

Recordings...

• Farnaby & Co - Touches of Sweet Harmony: Madrigals and Partsongs
  ~ Direct Recording Services Ltd, 2006
   
• Compact Disc of "Quatre Saisons" French song
  ~ Merryman Primary Resources, 2002
   
• Compact Cassette of French song
  ~ Merryman Primary Resources, 2001
   
• Solo Compact Disc
  ~ Recorded at Confetti Studios, 1999

Listen on Line... Click at the links below for streamed audio to your PC
Ave Maria	Bach/Gounod
Laudate Dominum	Mozart
Amazing Grace	Traditional
All I ask of you	Andrew Lloyd Webber
Can't help lovin' dat man of mine	Kern and Hammerstein
Someone to watch over me	Gershwin
Summertime	Gershwin
One Hand, One Heart	Bernstein
As time goes by	Herman Hupfield

Contact Details...

Email: contact@carmel-edwards.co.uk   Mobile: 07969-631930

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