Lesley Garrett CBE

Lesley Garrett CBE is Britain’s best-known soprano, regularly appearing in opera, music theatre, concert, on television and CD. For more than 40 years she has enjoyed one of the most successful and diverse careers of any modern-day, classically trained soprano, winning both critical acclaim and the affection of many fans and music lovers through the breadth and diversity of her work.

As a recording artist, she has fourteen solo CDs to her credit; Soprano in Red receiving may awards for best-selling CDs. Lesley has also made many operatic recordings, among which are two award-winning Mozart operas, Cosi fan Tutte and The Magic Flute, both conducted by Sir Charles Mackerras.

Lesley’s major television appearances include Lesley Garrett…Tonight, The Lesley Garrett Show, The Singer, Sacred Songs and Lesley Garrett – Desert Dreams, Christmas Voices, Who Do You Think You Are, Strictly Come Dancing, Loose Women and a Songs of Praise Special – My Story, My Music for the BBC. Lesley was also the subject of a South Bank Show on LWT.

Lesley’s operatic career includes engagements with all the major UK companies, having also been a Principal Soprano at English National Opera from 1984. During her time with ENO, Lesley starred in many productions and drew critical praise for her portrayals of both comic and serious roles, working with many acclaimed conductors and directors. She has also performed in high profile musicals, including Sound of Music at the Palladium, Carousel at the Savoy Theatre, My Fair Lady on tour and a touring version of Patrick Barlow’s play, The Messiah.