Ella Taylor

Ella Taylor is a British soprano celebrated for their commitment to contemporary music and works by women and gender non-conforming composers. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Music with distinction, Ella has earned numerous accolades, including Second Prize at the 2020 Kathleen Ferrier Awards, the Charles Norman Prize, and a DipRAM for an outstanding recital. They have also been a Young Artist at London’s National Opera Studio and performed with institutions such as English National Opera and the Royal Opera House, taking roles in productions like *Akhnaten* and *Don Carlo*.

Known for their vibrant presence in both opera and concert stages, Ella champions underrepresented voices in classical music and advocates for LGBTQ+ representation. They have collaborated regularly with acclaimed composer Joe Hisaishi, featuring as the soprano soloist on his 2025 album *Joe Hisaishi Conducts*, notably in *The End of the World* suite. Ella’s performances extend internationally, and they engage actively in creating new works and speaking publicly about their experience as a trans opera singer.

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