Izzy's Biography

Izzy was still a student at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama when she was snapped up and signed by Decca Records to make her debut album ‘Libera Me’. She pioneered the classics in a fresh and innovative way, working with Craig Leon as her producer, who has worked with Pavarotti, Sting, The Ramones, Blondie and many others. 'Libera me' made number one in the classical charts, where Izzy was nominated Best Female Artist in the Classical Brit Awards.

In the year 2000, Izzy signed to Virgin’s Venture label and immediately teamed up with Craig Leon once again, to record her second album ‘Ascolta’ at Abbey Road Studios. ‘Ascolta’ climbed to number one and Izzy became an International star with her biggest following in Japan and the Far East, where she performed in live concerts, TV and radio. She was then invited to sing at the Rugby League Cup Final at Twickenham to an audience of 78,000.Her third album ‘New Dawn’ was recorded in September 2002, reaching number one in the UK and other territories.

As a result of Izzy’s overall success, her music has now been embraced as a new force in the ‘healing music’ market for its spiritual and relaxing qualities. At this stage of Izzy’s career, she worked with other known artists such as Cliff Richard, Lionel Richie, Jemelia, Charlotte Church, Hayely Westera, Hear Say, Blue, Billie Piper, Atomic Kitten to name a few, and after hearing ‘New Dawn’ Bryan Ferry invited Izzy as his support act for his Stately Homes Tour.

The USA was becoming interested, and she was invited to perform at the Crystal Cathedral in Los Angeles for a network TV transmission with a 20 million anticipated audience. She sang several solo numbers, and teamed up with Daniel Rodriguez. Izzy and Rodriguez also recorded songs in New York to be included on the US recording of ‘New Dawn’ and Rodriguez’s new album.

Izzy made her third appearance at the Royal Albert Hall in 2003 when she was part of a special BBC television series ‘Songs of Praise’ hosted by Aled Jones. She also makes regular appearances in the ITV Christmas Eve Specials with other British classical artists.

At the beginning of 2004, Izzy performed at the opening ceremony of Expo in Nagoya/Japan. Based on her success, she returned the following year, where her voice and music complimented the theme which was based on arts, culture and world peace.

In complete contrast to Izzy’s Classical career, she has released two dance singles. Her first, from the highly acclaimed blockbuster Gladiator, entitled ‘Now we are free’ , hit the top 20 in the pop charts in 2005. The second, called ‘Eternity’ dubbed as one of the best dance tunes of 2006.

Izzy has a special love for teaching singing and music, and has a number of very talented private students. In 2005, Izzy opened a ‘Rock Skool Academy’ in Spain for the younger generation. They performed along side Izzy in a number of shows on the Costa Blanca including the ‘Moraira Festival’ in 2006. In May of 2006, Izzy directed her first show entitled ‘Intimate with Izzy’ accompanied by a cellist and pianist in a theatre close to where she lives and included her ‘Rock Skool Academy’. Thanks to the success and complete sell out, Izzy followed with a ‘Christmas Special’ entitled ‘Classical meets Contemporary’ accompanied by a swing band. Yet again a complete sell out and a great end to an exciting year! In great demand on the Costa Blanca, in the summer of 2007, Izzy directed ‘Simply Classical’. These intimately staged musical events dedicated to Pavarotti, truly celebrated his life in style and through a combination of setting and content created a truly magical atmosphere, which captivated the highly appreciative audience.

Also in 2007, Izzy embarked on a new adventure as a guest entertainer on board the Crystal, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Cunard and Asuka Cruise Lines. Her travels took her to South America, South Africa, Mexico, Hawaii, South East Asia, USA and the Mediterranean. Izzy concluded the year singing on the maiden voyage of Cunard's Queen Victoria.

Izzy also loves to support the Royal Variety Club of Great Britain, which raises money for children with special needs, and M.A.B.S, based in Spain, which raises money for cancer patients.

In contrast to Izzy’s classical albums, a musical album was launched at the beginning of 2007 entitled ‘Izzy Sings Musicals’ and is now on sale.

Now 2008 has arrived, Izzy will begin the year in the studio, collaborating with Craig Leon (www.craigleon.com) in the production of her fourth classical album.