Meet our MD – Jessica Norton

My name is Jess, I’m a choral conductor and vocal coach based in Milton Keynes. Alongside Polymnia, I conduct the East London Chorus and Blackheath Halls Youth Choir. I am Vocal Coach of the CBSO Youth and Children’s Choirs and a Section Coach for the National Youth Choirs of Great Britain. I also teach privately and for Music in Offices in London.

 

I am so passionate about teaching healthy vocal technique to improve the overall sound and dexterity of a choir. When I joined Polymnia in 2021, I was so excited to build on their strong foundations and work on more detailed techniques such as text production and the role of airflow. The choir have taken this in-depth work in their stride and are continually improving. I also thoroughly enjoy programming such varied programmes, from a cappella classical to indulgent contemporary repertoire.

 

Polymnia encapsulates everything I love about singing and choral conducting; creating beautiful music in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. Going forward I hope to keep this atmosphere alive, but push the choir to new heights, both musically and vocally.

 

I moved to Milton Keynes in 2023 from London and in my spare time enjoy indoor climbing sessions, running the Redways and exploring the beautiful countryside.

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My website is jessicanorton.co.uk, and examples of my vocal technique videos can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@jessicanortonmusician\