For the outstanding quality and scope of the performances to a live or digital audience, and the work in any context, of an individual singer in the UK.

Claire Booth – soprano

‘For Claire Booth, every day as a musician is an opportunity for new adventure. The intrepid soprano’s pursuits this year included her residency at Aldeburgh Festival and Judith Weir’s opera for solo voice. From her forays into Schoenberg’s songs, linked to his paintings, to collaborations with composers Zoë Martlew and Joe Cutler, Claire’s artistry knows no bounds.'

Also shortlisted:

• David Butt Philip – tenor
• Francesca Chiejina – soprano

The 2025 shortlist for the RPS Singer Award was decided by an independent panel drawn from across the music profession comprising:

Anna Tilbrook – Piano 
James Clutton – Chief Executive and Director of Opera, Opera Holland Park
Richard Willacy – General Director, Birmingham Opera Company
Polly Graham – Artistic Director, Longborough Festival Opera
Rodney Earl Clarke – Baritone