UGC

The UGC Committee
		Hibaq I’m fifteen and this is my third year with the UGC. I’ve come back yet again because I felt the choir is a great way to meet new people and simply enjoy music. I am part of the UGC Committee and love helping out to make sure everyone’s voice is heard. The Choir has really helped me come out my shell and develop self confidence.

		Jerllisa This is my third year as a choir member and very proud of all our achievements. I look forward to this year and believe as a choir, we can get even better and once again deliver outstanding performances.

		Krzysztof I play bass and flute and now since joining UGC, I’ve found I can sing. I just used to mess about with my voice before not taking it seriously. Now I’m developing as a singer broadening my musical knowledge and ability.

		James Nwaogwugwu-Chairman I became very interested in music making and DJing as a teenager, after tagging along with my older brother's Dj crew. I was also part of an award winning Youth Project in Wandsworth running a Young People's Radio station called "FUNDAMENTAL FM" which ran for 5 years. I see the UGC project as an excellent opportunity to get myself and young people involved in music again.

		Dee Albert – Project Manager Every year I become more and more motivated and inspired by the commitment, motivation and talent of the young people who come into The UGC. This is no longer a Choir & Music Making project, it's a family of individuals with a common goal to touch and inspire others with their genuine love for music. www.2aspire2.co.uk

The Singers A young people’s choir with a focus on Gospel music, with a commitment to embrace and perform a wider range of music driven by the choir memebers. The Choir meets for regular rehersals and will be performing at various local and international events.

		Lifford Shillingford - Choir Director I have been singing since I was at school and what started as a hobby, taking part in school performances and concerts soon became my full time occupation. Being given the opportunity to work with these committed young people is amazing. There is so much talent out there just waiting for a chance, an opportunity to express themselves and realise their goals and dreams so, whether it remains a hobby for them or they decide to pursue a career in the music business, its nice to be able to be a part of the foundation that introduces them to singing and performing. UGC for me is a beautiful blend of colours, which together create a picture not based on ethnic background or religious beliefs but focuses on positive praise and a community of young people coming together to create a wonderful noise.

		Amie I have joined the choir because I have a great passion for music. I believe this choir will help me make music more than a hobby, as well as building great friendships along the way.

		Asha After stopping my singing lessons of two years, I joined the UGC to get back to something I love. I have lots of musical influences but main one is Mirah Carey because she writes all of her songs and is a hard worker.

		Cherie I love singing and have been doing so since I was two. I’ve been in the UGC for a year and it’s certainly helped to improve my voice.

		Florence I’m a creative person and I love to sing because I’m passionate about music, I act, dance and do public speaking in fact anything that involves a great experience.

		Georgina I am pleasant and kind and a good singer, my influence for singing comes from my dad, I've joined The UGC because I love music and being a part of a team.

		Jackie I joined UGC as I love music and art and have a wide taste in music. I have been singing since a young age and enjoy singing with others and making new friends.

		Kaiya I’ve been singing all my life and I know that the choir will help build my confidence as I absolutely love singing.

		Karishma I’ve been in the choir for a year now and really enjoy it, I’ve been singing for ages. I also play the flute and piano.

		Katie I’ve been a member of the Choir for a year now. UGC is fun, and a great way to improve my confidence I’ve recently started singing and performing on my own too.

		Keeleigh I’ve sang in a lot of School productions, I play the marimba and steel pans. I joined UGC because I think it will help with my singing and give me an opportunity to make loads of new friends.

		Mercy I love to sing and dance and by joining the choir will allow me to become a better singer, make new friends who also love music.

		Monica I love singing, acting and dancing. I am looking forward to making new friends as I’m a very happy person. I joined the UGC because I love singing and I thought it would be a good way for me to get even better.

		Nana Music is my passion and I love singing. That is why I joined the UGC; I think it will give me the chance to broaden my horizons in music.

		Ruth Hi I’m Ruth; I love music, the arts and performing. I’ve been in The UGC for a year now and love it. I have been singing for as long as I can remember. I have been in a couple of choirs and sang solos but UGC is the best!!

		Shan I love music and have always enjoyed singing and dancing from a very young age. This will be a great experience as I aspire to create my own music one day. Gospel will be a new style of music to me and I look forward to being a part of the UGC.

		Tega I love singing I’ve sang in school concerts and have a unique voice, singing is my passion. I joined the UGC to make friends and sing with people who love to sing.

		Theodore I’ve been in the Choir for some time now and I enjoyed it so much I’m back again. I’ve seen so much improvement in the way I sing and hope to improve further.

		Trevaunia I like all types of music and have been in a couple of school choirs. I’ve joined the UGC because I’d like to be more involved in music and hopefully I’ll achieve my ambition of being a musician.

		Zahrah I’ve always been inspired by singers and their vocal range and wanted to be able to do the same. So I’ve joined the UGC to help me develop my voice and meet new people.

		Zainab I love rock music so Gospel music is new to me, however when it comes to singing it’s a whole new level for me. The choir is way for me to express myself.

		Zak I’ve joined the choir because my sisters joined and encouraged me to audition, I was really glad when I got in. This is a great chance for me to learn more about the music I love.

MUSIC MAKING This aspect of the project aims to target boys who will produce backing tracks using state of the arts computer based music packages and live instruments for the choirs performances.

		Jonathan Owusu-Yianomah – Music Leader I’m 20 years old and I am a Ghanaian born British. I’ve played piano for 8 years mainly self taught, guitar for 4 years and drums for 2 years also self taught. I also sing and have done so since the age of 11. I have been producing for over 5 years; I produce R&B, Hip Hop, Rap, Soul and Gospel. I’m currently at university studying music technology as it is the profession I want to pursue. I’m currently working on projects which involve song writing, production and vocal arrangement UGC gives me the opportunity to learn new and develop all my skills.

		Faya Music is my life and being part of The UGC will introduce me to the singing and production side of things. I love it.

		Joaquim I’m a lyricist Jamaican but born in Britain. I listen to all types of music I’ve joined the UGC to meet like-minded people and share talents.

		Kajal I describe myself as a respectful and caring person, with lots of interests in music which gives me peace and makes me happy. This is why I joined the UGC.

		Nii I joined UGC because I think I’m good enough. I have made tracks and hope to improve my skills here. I really like music and listen to it and produce beats every day.

		Sandeep I have made many tracks at school; I’ve been very interested in composing. I like music a lot and have always been pushing towards a possible career in music.