Emily Tan

I am running to be the UC8 manager because I LOVE UC8 (!!) and I really would love to build on the amazing environment that has been created in the ensemble this year. As an auditioned ensemble, the singers in the UC8 are all incredibly passionate and talented and I have been incredibly lucky to learn from every single singer in the group this year. Being in the UC8 has been such a big part of my development as a singer and has introduced me to many amazing friends, so I would love to have the opportunity to be a bigger part of the process next year.

I would like to build an ensemble where every member feels invested in the process by providing avenues for input on concert repertoire and the way rehearsals are run. The smaller group size of UC8 means that this is very possible, allowing us to create a group where every member feels valued and responsible.

I would also love to have even more socials than what we had this year (if that’s even possible!). Being at the pub together and hanging out was such a big part of building camaraderie with the members this year, so having socials on a level equal to or even higher than what we had this year is so important to me.

Manager or not, I'm sure UC8 will continue to be the most special ensemble (not biased, obviously) and I am excited to see what the year brings!!