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About Alison
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Why I became a Celebrant...

I moved to London 33 years ago, telling my family I'd be gone six months.  

I now reside in Hertfordshire and am blessed to be share my life with my partner, my two amazing boys and a handful of awesome friends who fill each and every day with love and laughter.

Following the death of my dear father in 2013, I was inspired to offer my voice as a funeral singer.  

I felt totally at home.  As a professional singer, I'd always used my voice to connect emotionally

with people, so training to become a celebrant seemed a natural progression.

Nancy Bowers, an extraordinary funeral arranger, recognised my potential as a Funeral Celebrant.

A year later, I'd completed my training as a Civil Celebrant and the rest, as they say ... is history.

Whilst I have a particular passion for supporting bereaved families and celebrating life, 

it brings me such joy to officiate weddings & family celebrations in Hertfordshire & Greater London.

​Being a Wedding Celebrant and a Funeral Celebrant is something I love in equal measure.

In love.  In Life.  In Service.

Did you know . . .

to offer your services as a Celebrant in England and Wales

you don't need to have a Nationally Recognised Qualification?

... but I Do!

 (NOCN) Level 3 Diploma in

Couples & Naming Ceremonies RVQ

(NOCN) Level 3 Diploma in

Funeral Celebrancy RVQ

(NOCN) Level 4 Award in

Creating & Conducting

Child and Baby Funerals

Alison is always looking for the opportunity to study, learn & evolve, not only as a person, but as an Independent Civil Celebrant.

"Every day's a school day."

Alison Ann is a full member of the

Association of Independent Celebrants.

Past 36 years...

A Laurence Olivier Award nominated actress, Alison has enjoyed a successful career in the entertainment industry as

a theatre actress, studio vocalist recording artist and remains a soloist with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and other leading UK orchestras.

She has successfully transferred her artistic skills to her role as Celebrant.

Immersed in an industry that promotes equality and diversity, Alison embraces her clients with warmth, acceptance, humility and kindness.

"I wake each day with the same drive,

passion, humanity and dedication that 

has fuelled me for the past 36 years."

Testimonials

You have such a gift,

your voice is only one part of that,

to touch people and make a difference.

Ellen Armstrong

From Stage     to Celebrant

... I will always be equally at home in each role.

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