The Sussex Singer
Elegant live music for unforgettable moments.
From intimate wedding ceremonies to private celebrations and high-end events, each performance is shaped around the people and the moment itself.
With years of international performing experience, I bring a calm, engaging presence that allows the music to feel natural, personal, and memorable.
Why Choose Me?
I’m an international vocalist and singing teacher at the University of Cambridge, with professional experience spanning opera, musical theatre and concert performance across Europe, the UK, Australia and the USA.
Alongside the stage, I’ve spent more than a decade performing at weddings, private celebrations and high-end events in New York and across the UK, including a performance for the Queen and repeat performances with Sting.
Each event is carefully shaped with the client, curating song choices that suit the moment and the setting. The repertoire draws from classical, musical theatre, jazz and contemporary music, allowing the music to feel both personal and timeless.
Known for being calm, reliable and detail-focused, I take real pride in making the whole process feel easy and enjoyable, from the first conversation to the final note.
Wedding Prices
CEREMONY — From £200
Can include:
• Music for guest arrival
• Entrance song
• Signing of the register
• Exit song
DRINKS RECEPTION — From £200
Live music to create warmth and atmosphere while guests mingle.
1 hour or 2 × 45-minute sets
FIRST DANCE — £100
Make your first dance truly personal with a live performance of your chosen song.
Available as an add-on to Drinks Reception only
TRAVEL & LOCATION
I am based in Harpenden, Hertfordshire and Goring-by-Sea, West Sussex, and regularly travel across the UK for weddings and private events.
Travel within 20 miles of either base is included. For venues further afield, mileage is charged at £0.45 per mile.
Private Events & Celebrations
I’m also available for private dinners, milestone birthdays, anniversaries, corporate receptions and intimate gatherings.
Music can be shaped to suit the tone of the event, from discreet background ambience to a featured performance, always with the same care and musical sensitivity.
Pricing is tailored to the event and duration. Please get in touch to discuss your plans.
Free Zoom Consultation
To curate the perfect musical experience for your wedding or event, I offer a complimentary Zoom consultation. We’ll talk through the feel of your day, your musical preferences and key moments, allowing me to shape a bespoke set list that fits seamlessly around your celebration.
About Me
Singing has taken me from my childhood home in Australia to concert halls, cathedrals and private venues across Europe, the UK and the United States. Alongside the operatic and concert stage, I have spent many years performing at weddings and exclusive events, shaping a musical style that is refined, flexible and deeply attuned to the moment.
My professional work has included performances with organisations such as English National Opera, Opera North, Britten Sinfonia and the Philharmonia Orchestra, as well as extended stays at St Paul’s and Canterbury Cathedrals. I completed my Master of Music at Mannes College in New York and performed widely across the United States.
Alongside performing, I am also a dedicated teacher and mentor. I teach singing to students at the University of Cambridge and lead a vocal programme at St Faith’s School in Cambridge. Teaching keeps my work grounded in people, listening and connection — qualities that matter just as much at a wedding or celebration as they do in the studio.
For couples and private clients, this means working with a musician who understands atmosphere and timing. Someone who knows when music should lead and when it should gently step back, always aiming to support the moment with thoughtful, beautifully delivered live music.
Let’s connect
Get in touch to check availability and start planning the music for your day.
rich@symonsstudio.com
Instagram: @sussexsinger