The Apex Singers are an up-and-coming 8-part acapella group in Manchester who have performed alongside Apollo 5. My position as Alto 1 requires total commitment through reliability, organization, excellent time-keeping skills for rehearsal attendance and a confidence to be able to speak and sing in front of large crowds with all music off-copy.

Laga Runa is a Manchester based, 7-person New Jazz group who have performed in venues such as Band on the Wall and Night and Day Café. As with the Apex Singers, I am trusted and relied upon to communicate effectively and manage my time efficiently for the purpose of rehearsals and concerts. My participation in this group requires essential team-work skills so as to keep the band running smoothly and has made me appreciate the importance of working in a group, balancing other people’s needs and ideas with mine.Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LagaRunaBand/

Working as a student ambassador involved welcoming and providing information to new international students at the University, as well as ensuring that all welcome lectures ran smoothly. This role demanded excellent people skills and a confidence communicating with people of all nationalities, all helped by my linguistic abilities and extroverted nature.