Nichola Pope

Projects

The Sting Operation

An artist of Sting’s calibre demands a tribute with the voice and musicianship to do his work justice—from the lowest rumbling bass to the highest wail. The Sting Operation does just that, taking the audience on a remarkable journey through the highlights of Sting’s incredible career.

Rising to fame in the late ‘70s with The Police, and then forging an illustrious solo career spanning over thirty years, Sting has cemented himself as one of the greatest musical artists of our time. From the jazz-tinged The Dream of the Blue Turtles to sublime Brand New Day, The Sting Operation present an eclectic tour of the most popular hits from his considerable catalogue, including ‘Fields of Gold’, ‘Englishman in New York’, ‘Every Breath You Take’, ‘Roxanne’ and many others…

For both the dedicated fan and the casual listener alike, The Sting Operation present the most authentic live Sting tribute to be found, leaving no stone unturned to create a show that will leave you thinking… ‘It’s probably him!’

Peter Wright – “Sting” Lead Vocals, Bass
Tim Haycocks – “Andy Summers” Guitar, Percussion, Backing Vocals
Adam Aggis – “Stewart Copeland” Drums, Percussion, Backing Vocals
Julia Krajewska – Keys, Backing Vocals
Nichola Pope – Saxophones, Keys, Backing Vocals

New York State of Mind: the Music of Billy Joel

A long time bucket list item for front man and piano player Tom Morton, and nurtured to fruition by guitarist and seasoned band leader Mark Roadnight, this show shines a spotlight on the catalogue of one of the most acclaimed American artists and songwriters of the 20th Century – perhaps of all time. The set features songs from breakthrough albums “Piano Man” and “The Stranger” through the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s when Joel’s status was firmly established as a true American icon. The band members are all session musicians on the London recording scene and have toured all around the world. 

Tom Morton – Lead Vocals, Piano
Mark Roadnight – Guitars, Backing Vocals
Nichola Pope – Saxophones, Keys, Backing Vocals
David McLeod – Bass Guitar
James Smith – Drums

The 80s Show

The UK’s newest and hottest Tribute show to the 80’s! Performing the music of Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Duran Duran, Spandeau Ballet, Wham, Elton John, David Bowie, Tears for Fears, Level 42, Human League, Madness, OMD, Curiosity Killed the Cat, Go West and many more. 

Nichola performs on stage with saxophone, keys, percussion rig and bvs.

The Smooth Rock Show

The Definitive Tribute Show to the Masters of ‘Yacht Rock’ featuring songs by Steely Dan, Michael McDonald, Billy Joel, The Eagles, Doobie Brothers, Hall & Oates, Toto, Chicago, Foreigner, Gerry Rafferty, 10cc, Supertramp and many more.

Do you remember those halcyon days of ‘AOR’ or 70’s light rock?, collecting your favourite sounds, songs and grooves from an era when ‘smooth’ meant everything.

If you’ve ever given that ‘knowing nod of the head’ listening to The Doobie Brothers fronted by Michael McDonald singing “What A Fool Believes“, well that’s ‘Yacht Rock’.

These songs invoke memories like a sunset on the Santa Monica pier, riding along on a hot sunny day with your tunes blasting on the 8-track or cassette and the smell of those hot leather seats.

You might have been a closet Yacht Rock fan all along and just didn’t know it. It’s slicker than slick, enormously well-played music, from the melodically clever to the harmonically unexpected, and of course SMOOTH.

Yacht Rock is soulful, well-constructed music that just makes people happy so bring your gal or guy along, and grab your friends and enjoy this banquet of amazing laidback tunes of yesteryear from some of best musicians and singers around with THE SMOOTH ROCK SHOW.

Nichola performs on stage with saxophones, keys and bvs.

Divalution

Celebrating the biggest Divas in popular music history, Divalution is an electrifying, high energy show celebrating the biggest divas in popular music history from the 1950s until present day. Starring Rachael Hawnt, the winner of ITV1s Starstruck series one, this show features some of the biggest and best loved songs, performed with an incredible live band.. 

The show has something for everyone with songs from Whitney Houston, Céline Dion, Tina Turner, Cher and many more. It is a must-see experience that will leave you feeling good and wanting more.raight from London’s West End and touring Europe, 

Nichola performs on stage with saxophones, flute and bvs.

A Beautiful Noise Show

Straight from London’s West End and touring Europe, A Beautiful Noise is the leading tribute show celebrating the music of Neil Diamond, featuring the award-winning Fisher Stevens. Nichola performs on stage with saxophones, flute, full percussion rig and bvs.

Breathe

Breathe are an exciting new six piece saxophone ensemble led by founder member, Mervin Samuels. It was formed to play his arrangements, compositions, and reimaginings of various pieces and songs that sparked his interest.

The music itself crosses musical styles and genre’s, from baroque and classical, to film music, gospel and M-BASE inspired contemporary jazz.

Samuels often considered the usual saxophone quartet format limiting and its sound, on occasion, ‘clunky’. By expanding to six instruments, greater depth and subtlety can be achieved, creating a more sonorous sound. What started out as an experiment to try out Samuels’ sketches, has flourished into a dynamic re-invention of the saxophone ensemble.

Mervin Samuel – Musical Director, Sopranino, Soprano
Nichola Pope – Soprano, Alto
Tamas Gyurcso – Alto
Josh Johnson – Tenor
Chris Holland – Tenor
Colin Izod – Baritone

Wonder of Uke

Wonder of Uke are an interactive, upbeat, ukulele singing duo, with additional saxophone, trumpet, and percussionist. They perform regularly in festival settings including Goodwood, Racecourses, and were featured as the theatre musicians for the Christmas run of The Snow Show at The Father Christmas Experience.

Whatever your enquiry or project, Nichola is always happy to hear from you!