Angel Voices Performing Arts Academy

OH! What a Night! ✨

A huge congratulations to Jake EB Music
on winning the Barnsley Young Champions 2026 – Young Inspiration Award 🏆

This recognition is so well deserved. Seeing Jake’s reaction when he realised that Andy from the Barnsley Chronicle was talking about him was a truly special moment. The surprise pre-recorded video, which even included a message from
Simon Cowell made the evening even more memorable.

I have to say, though, we really need to see the bloopers from the filming! 🤭 I don’t think I’ve laughed as much as I did on the journey home with Alex Derham after recording it.

We hope you had a wonderful evening, Jake – you should be incredibly proud of yourself.

Congratulations also to our student William Fletcher on being nominated for the Young Entertainer Award, and it was lovely to see Sophie, who previously attended our Singing Workshops, nominated in the same category. What an incredible achievement for both of you.

The standard of talent, dedication and community spirit on display throughout the evening was truly inspiring. Congratulations to all of the nominees and winners – Barnsley is fortunate to have so many outstanding young champions making a difference.

We are incredibly proud to be part of such a wonderful community. ❤️

My latest story I have written for Local Mencap Barnsley
Theatre Group Take A Bow
A charming story PLATFORM 26
First two rehearsals have gone super
Will keep you all updated 🚂🚂🚂🚂🚂

Congratulations Jenna and Holly for being our Stars Of The Workshop rehearsal for Club Nostalgia 🤩🤩
You both gave 100% and never came out of character 🎭

“✨ “Behind every standing ovation is someone who once sat patiently at the piano, believed in a student before they believed in themselves, and said, ‘You can do this.’” ✨

Behind Every Great Singer Is Someone Who Helped Them Find Their Voice.”

As singing teachers, we don’t teach because we’re looking for recognition. We teach because we believe in the power of music to change lives. But today, I’d like to celebrate every teacher quietly making a difference, one lesson at a time.” 🎤✨

I Love My Job! I’m A Singer Through and Through!
I Love Passing On The Magic!🪄
There’s A Song For Everyone 💛

Here are a few of the best unsung heroes 🎵



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Seth Riggs

Probably the most influential modern vocal teacher that many casual singers have never heard of. Riggs developed the Speech Level Singing method and worked with artists including Michael Jackson, Prince, Stevie Wonder, Madonna, Barbra Streisand, Ray Charles and many others. His teaching lineage has spread worldwide through thousands of coaches trained in his method.
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Photo 2 Eric Vetro

If you’ve watched a musical film in the last decade, chances are Vetro was involved somewhere. He has coached Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, Katy Perry, Shawn Mendes, John Legend and numerous actors preparing for singing roles, including Timothée Chalamet, Austin Butler and Renée Zellweger. Despite being one of Hollywood’s most sought-after vocal coaches, most audiences couldn’t pick him out of a lineup.

Photo 3 Roger Love

Roger Love is well known within the industry but far less known by the general public. His clients have included Selena Gomez, Gwen Stefani, John Mayer and Eminem, and he has coached actors for films such as A Star Is Born and Walk the Line.

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Ron Anderson

A legendary coach among professional singers. Anderson worked with major artists across pop, rock and R&B and was often described as a “coach to the stars.” His influence extended far beyond what most music fans realized.

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Yvie Burnett

In the UK industry, Burnett has quietly become one of the most respected vocal specialists, working extensively in West End theatre, television talent shows and artist development. Many singers know her name; the public generally doesn’t.

Lovely having Dalton in the studio yesterday working towards his ABRSM Grade 3 Classical Singing
He has chosen great songs for this and with his very busy schedule we should be prepared for Autumns exams
More news to post about this bundle of talent in the near future

It’s a full on Act 4 rehearsal day this Saturday for our awesome Singing Workshop
Tickets are available for Club Nostalgia
Pen*stone Paramount
21 June 2026 7pm
£15
🎫🎟️🎫🎟️🎫🎟️

This Saturday 🎵
The MIBM begin laying down the tracks for an exciting new project and original song
This will be followed up with professional video
We will keep you all posted 🎵🎵🎤🎤🎥📹

The Music Industry Business Masterclasses are kindly funded by Barnsley Council Pen*stone Area Team