10 Questions with Faith Tucker

By Natasha Barbieri

Faith Tucker is an up and coming fourteen-year-old classical crossover singer from England. After hearing her lovely rendition of “O Mio babbino Caro” we decided to get to know a little more about her.

1. When did you begin singing and taking lessons?

“I started when I was 8-years-old, but didn’t take up classical singing until I was 13 when my singing teacher told me my voice would be well suited to it. Things have moved so quickly since then and it’s been an incredible journey that I’m enjoying every minute of.”

2. Do you remember the first time you performed and what the reactions of your family/friends were?

“I performed at an event called Fame Factor in my home town. My singing teacher at the time guided me towards choosing Last Rose of Summer, which was originally an Irish poem. I remember 20 of my friends and family turning up with matching t-shirts! I don’t think many of them were expecting me to sing the way I did – it was a fantastic moment for me.”

3. How do you find time to practice music in addition to your other studies? 

“I have a very strict routine that I follow to make sure I have time to fit everything in. As well as my singing, I know how important my school work is, so I make sure I strike the right balance. I also know it’s important to give my voice rest days to protect it as much as possible.”

4. Do your parents help to manage your career or is it mainly you looking for performance opportunities? 

“I’m lucky that I’ve had the support of my family since the start, and they’ve played a major part in helping me find singing opportunities. I’ve recently signed to a leading management agency, Champions (UK) plc who are looking after my career and finding me even more exciting new opportunities.”

5. How do you strive to protect your voice for the future? 

“First of all, I make sure to listen to advice from my peers and teachers. I never sing before properly warming up so that I don’t put too much strain on my voice. I know my voice is going to change several times over the next few years and therefore it’s very important to vocally exercise correctly so that I protect it as best I can.”

6. You said you aspire to be like Katherine Jenkins. Do you hope to pursue a degree in music education like she did?

“Like Katherine, I would love to pursue a degree in music education to learn as much as possible. I have a number of other singers who I admire and look up to including Maria Callas and Dame Kiri Te Kanawa.”

7. In addition to music what other subjects interest you?

“Performing is my main focus in life and I love all aspects of this including dancing and acting. I also have a passion for fashion!”

8. Are there any specific causes that are important to you?

“I think it’s important to support causes that you are passionate about. I’m proud to have helped raise money for a number of charities including Christian Aid, Help the Heroes and Water Aid.”

9. Social media is important to every musician but especially to a young one it requires careful supervision. How do your parents help you and do you /they have any advice for other families with performing children?

“I’ve sought advice from my management company who understand the importance of social media. They will be helping me to manage my social media accounts. I think social media can be really enjoyable and aslo beneficial but understand that it needs supervision and they are experienced in helping with this.”

10. What would be your dream venue to perform in? 

“I am so excited as I have been given the opportunity to sing in the magnificent Symphony Hall in Birmingham later in the year but my dream would be to perform at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden. That would be a dream come true. My ambition is to perform all over the world and the Sydney Opera also stands out to me – it looks absolutely amazing!”

Keep up to date with Faith at faithtucker.com

Natasha Barbieri, Editor

Editor

Creator of Classical Crossover Magazine. For Natasha music has always been closely tied to her faith. At age 18, Natasha made her opera debut playing the part of the mother in Menotti’s ‘Amahl and the Night Visitors’ with the Eastern Festival Opera. At 20, she was a winner of the 2011 Young Artist Competition at Andrews University. Natasha graduated in 2012 with a Bachelor’s of Music. Natasha has released a series of Holiday singles “A Place Called Home” (2020), “One Little Boy,” and “The Perfect Year” (2021). In 2021, she was nominated for the ‘Future Classic Women Awards’ show on Men’s & Women’s Radio Station. Natasha is the creator and editor of ‘Classical Crossover Magazine’ a venture that has allowed her to interview many of the top stars in the genre including Sarah Brightman, Celtic Woman, Mirusia, Paul Potts, and more. During the covid-19 pandemic, she created an online concert series for the magazine that has seen her perform in the same line-up as Alex Sharpe, Lucy Kay, Barbara Padilla, Classical Reflection, and more on the virtual stage. In 2022, Natasha was included on the charity album “Stars of Classical Crossover: Christmas” in benefit of the Wallace & Gromit Children’s Charity.