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Classical Singers for Hire
Professional opera and classical singers for weddings, funerals, proposals, awards ceremonies and religious services.
Tell us what you’re celebrating and we’ll match you with the right singer. Before you sign, a 30-minute planning call with you, your singer and EXPRESS checks the venue, the sound and the timing, so nothing gets missed on the day. EXPRESS books the singer for you; your performance agreement is with the singer. Brought to you by EXPRESS, home to some of Canada’s rising artists.
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Montreal · Opera tenor and circus artist
Pierre Heault
Pierre Heault is a tenor from Saguenay, Quebec, based in Montreal. He has sung Tamino in The Magic Flute, Eisenstein in Die Fledermaus and Arbace in Idomeneo, and made his debut at Pacific Opera Victoria as a young artist in residence.
Pierre is also a circus artist who specializes in swinging trapeze. At Malmö Opera he created the role of La Louisa in Philip Glass’s Circus Days and Nights, singing while performing on trapeze. For a gala or party, he can perform an act that combines opera and trapeze.
Montreal · Singer-songwriter
Nick Cangiano
Nicholas Cangiano is a Montreal singer-songwriter whose sound mixes 1970s soul with modern pop and rock.
His album New Occasion won Best Album and Best Songwriter at the 2024 Northern Ontario Music Awards. His music has been added to Spotify editorial playlists like Fresh Finds and Radar Canada, with support from CBC and Exclaim.
Our singers
Choose your classical singer
Some of Canada’s rising opera and classical talent, performing on stages across the country. Filter by city, then ask us about the singer you like.
Montreal · Plateau
Claudia Neff
Opera and classical
Montreal · Downtown
Sean Haid
Opera (countertenor)
Montreal · West Island
Justine Ledoux
Opera, classical and musical theatre
Montreal
Pierre Heault
Opera (tenor)
Montreal · Downtown
Mishael Eusebio
Opera, classical and musical theatre
Montreal · Downtown
Bridget Esler
Opera, classical and jazz
Montreal · Plateau
Stephanie Sedlbauer
Classical
Toronto · Cabbagetown
Robert Popoli
Opera, classical and musical theatre
Toronto · The Junction
Kaden Forsberg
Opera and musical theatre
Toronto · Cabbagetown and Downtown
Ocean Antin
Classical and musical theatre
Vancouver · Downtown
Tamar Simon
Opera and classical
Vancouver · Downtown
Geoff Schellenberg
Opera and classical (baritone)
Occasions
When to hire a classical singer
01
Classical wedding singer
An opera voice for the processional, the signing of the register and the recessional, in a church, a venue or outdoors. Your singer can also stay for the cocktail hour.
02
Funeral and memorial service singer
Gentle, familiar pieces like Ave Maria or Amazing Grace, at a church, a funeral home or a celebration of life. Your singer can help you choose the music.
03
Proposal singer
A singer who steps in at the right moment with the song you pick. Your singer plans the cue with you so the surprise stays a surprise.
04
Awards ceremonies, galas and national anthems
O Canada in English, French or both, and a classical piece to open or close the night. For company events, see our corporate entertainment page too.
05
Religious services and holidays
A soloist for a mass, a religious ceremony, Christmas Eve or a holiday concert, with hymns, carols and sacred pieces.
06
Anniversaries and private parties
A serenade for a wedding anniversary, a milestone birthday or a dinner, at home or at a restaurant.
Repertoire
The pieces people ask for most
Your singer can sing these or the piece you have in mind. Tell us what you like and they’ll suggest options.
Weddings
- Ave Maria (Schubert)
- Panis Angelicus (Franck)
- O mio babbino caro (Puccini)
- The Prayer
- Con te partirò
- Ombra mai fu (Handel)
Funerals
- Ave Maria (Schubert or Bach-Gounod)
- Pie Jesu (Fauré)
- Amazing Grace
- Lascia ch’io pianga (Handel)
- Panis Angelicus (Franck)
- Hallelujah
Proposals and serenades
- Nessun dorma (Puccini)
- Caro mio ben
- Core ’ngrato
- Funiculì, funiculà
- Mon cœur s’ouvre à ta voix (Saint-Saëns)
- Con te partirò
Ceremonies and holidays
- O Canada
- O Holy Night
- Ave Maria
- Jerusalem
- Hallelujah
- Your own requests
How it works
Book in three steps
01
Tell us about the occasion
The date, venue, city and the pieces you’d like to hear.
02
We match you with a singer
We suggest singers who fit your event and send you a quote.
03
Plan it together, then sign
A 30-minute planning call with you, your singer and EXPRESS walks through the pieces, the timing, the venue and the sound. Then you sign the performance agreement with the singer.
Where we perform
Our cities
Classical Singers in Toronto
Our Toronto singers are opera and musical theatre performers who sing on stages across the country.
See Toronto singers →Classical Singers in Montreal
Our Montreal singers include sopranos, a countertenor and a tenor. Most are bilingual, so they can sing and speak in French, English or both.
See Montreal singers →Classical Singers in Vancouver
In Vancouver, our opera singers include a soprano and a baritone.
See Vancouver singers →FAQ
Your questions
How much does it cost to hire a classical singer?
The cost to hire a classical singer depends on the occasion, the city, how long they sing and whether you need a pianist or organist. Tell us about your event and we’ll send you a quote.
Who is my performance agreement with?
Your performance agreement is with the singer. EXPRESS is the booking agent: we match you with the singer, send you a quote and book the singer for you.
What happens before I sign?
Before you sign, you have a 30-minute planning call with your singer and EXPRESS. Together you go through the timing, the music, the venue and the sound, so everyone agrees on the details before the performance agreement is signed.
How far ahead should we book?
You should book a classical singer four to eight weeks ahead for a wedding or an awards ceremony. For a funeral, write to us as soon as you can and we’ll do our best to find someone quickly.
Can you book a singer for a funeral?
Yes, we can book a singer for a funeral, a memorial service or a celebration of life, at a church or a funeral home. Your singer can help you choose the pieces.
Can the singer perform with the church organist?
Yes, the singer can perform with the church organist or pianist. If you don’t have one, your singer can bring their own accompanist and add it to your quote.
What languages do your singers sing in?
Our classical singers sing in English, French, Italian, Latin and German. Many of our Montreal singers are bilingual.
Can we choose the songs?
Yes, you can choose the songs. Your singer can also suggest pieces that suit the occasion and the venue.
Can you book a singer for a surprise proposal?
Yes, we can book a singer for a surprise proposal. Your singer plans the place, the timing and the cue with you so your partner doesn’t suspect a thing.
Which cities do you serve?
We provide classical singers in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. Ask us about an event somewhere else and we’ll see what we can do.
Looking for a classical singer?
Tell us the date, city and occasion. We’ll come back with singers and a quote. EXPRESS books the singer for you; your performance agreement is with the singer.
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