Hire Hope Lavelle | Singer (soprano) in London

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About Hope

Award Winning Soprano with West End and Cruise Line Credits | Classical, Crossover, Musical Theatre & Event Specialist

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Singer (soprano)

London

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Hope is an internationally acclaimed soprano and actor currently appearing on the International Tour of The Phantom of the Opera as Carlotta Giudicelli — the first Romani woman to portray the role. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Music, her performance credits span opera, musical theatre, folk, jazz, and pop, with venues including the Royal Albert Hall, The Barbican, and the United Nations 75th Anniversary Concert. With a warm, communicative stage presence and a crystal-clear tone, Hope is a favourite for weddings, luxury events, and concert series. She’s performed onboard Seabourn and Princess Cruises as a headline entertainer and regularly collaborates with composers and orchestras across the UK and beyond. Whether you’re looking for soaring classical arias, elegant crossover, or atmospheric folk or jazz, Hope brings professionalism, heart, and unforgettable vocal beauty to every event.

Hope

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Hope's Reviews

5 out of 5

Hope has an absolutely beautiful voice that I would never tire of listening to. We booked Hope to sing at a funeral service and she sang perfectly, with tenderness and compassion. She was a complete professional in both the run up to the service and during, even taking time to speak with us afterwards. As a bonus she is also a lovely person. I highly recommend Hope for any event.

5 out of 5

Hope is a staggeringly versatile soprano who is ideally suited to singing many challenging arias from throughout the opera repertoire. I've had the pleasure of employing Hope on a number of projects and her ability to adapt to other genres from folk to jazz is a very rare quality for true classical singers and demonstrates her mastery of the voice. I'm often surprised by just how far her performance skills stretch; a very natural actor, expressive performer and fantastic collaborator. I would not hesitate to book Hope and will continue to do so myself.

"From J.S. Bach to Burt Bacharach, there is a beautiful empathy to everything she does."

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Last updated: 2025

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Funeral & Memorial Services

Live music can offer great comfort and beauty in times of loss. I provide respectful, heartfelt vocal performances for funeral and memorial services — whether traditional hymns, classical solos, or personal song requests that honour a loved one’s memory. This package includes: • Up to 2–3 songs during the service (e.g., entrance, reflection, committal, or recessional) • A pre-service consultation with family or funeral director to discuss musical choices • Option to sing with an accompanist, or to professional backing tracks • Flexible and compassionate approach on the day Repertoire examples: Ave Maria, Pie Jesu, Time to Say Goodbye, You Raise Me Up, Over the Rainbow, I’ll Walk with God, or any personal favourites meaningful to the family.

£250

Wedding ceremony

A beautifully delivered solo performance during your wedding ceremony. Includes up to 2 songs (e.g. processional, signing of the register, recessional) chosen from classical, musical theatre, or acoustic repertoire. Includes pre-event consultation to help tailor the perfect musical moments for your day.

£250

Wedding ceremony + Drinks reception

Make your day seamless with live vocals for both your ceremony and drinks reception. Includes 2 songs in the ceremony and up to 5 songs during the reception, curated to create a classy, romantic atmosphere. Great for guests to enjoy while mingling or during canapés.

£500

Luxury Event or Cruise-Style Show

A polished, high-end performance suitable for luxury venues, private clients, or formal occasions. Includes a 30–45 min themed set (Film Favourites, Classical Crossover, Diva Night, etc.). Perfect for private dinners, formal galas, or premium event entertainment.

£625

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Clients often comment on the emotional connection I bring to a performance -whether it’s a soaring aria during a ceremony, a heartfelt ballad at a memorial, or a light, joyful set for a summer reception. I’ve been told my voice is both powerful and intimate and that I create an atmosphere that’s warm, elegant, and deeply personal.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

I’ve been fortunate to perform at a wide variety of venues, ranging from iconic spaces to intimate settings. These include: • The Royal Albert Hall • The Barbican • The British Museum • St. Paul’s Church, Covent Garden • The Glasshouse International Centre for Music • Onboard Seabourn and Princess Cruises

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Whilst there's no denying the awe-inspiring power of singers like Maria Callas and Leontyne Price, I actually find I'm drawn to artists such as Gordon Haskell, Dolly Parton and Joni Mitchell.

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

One of the most high-profile moments in my career was representing the UK in the United Nations’ 75th Anniversary Concert, broadcast globally in 2020. I’ve also appeared in the Royal Opera House’s production of Don Giovanni and am currently performing in the international tour of The Phantom of the Opera, covering the role of Carlotta Giudicelli.

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

I always try to be as flexible as possible with timings, and totally understand that sometimes events don't always run to schedule! If there are any tweaks to the timing, just let me know as soon as possible.

How much time do you need to set up?

Set up time tends to vary from gig to gig. Usually, less than an hour, maximum an hour and a half.

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

Of course! I'm more than happy to chop and change repertoire choices to fit your preferences.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Absolutely! Please don't hesitate to drop me a line about any specific requests you have for songs/arias.

Musicianship

Genres:

Classical crossover, Classical, Opera, Musical theatre, Contemporary classical, Folk, Country, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional English folk, Jazz, Cabaret, Christmas, Traditional church music, Acoustic, Vintage, French music, 1950s era music, 1940s era music, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, Folk rock, Modern jazz, Swing, Postmodern jukebox jazz, Covers, Film / TV music, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Latin jazz, Gypsy jazz

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Instruments:

Singer (soprano), Opera singer, Singer

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Event types:

Theatre / Show, Wedding, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Virtual event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Cruise, Recording session, Concert, Wedding proposal

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Other skills:

Lyricist, Actor, Musical comedy, Perfect pitch, Singing teaching, Theory teaching, Songwriter

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