Musical Direction, Supervision & Orchestration

Award-winning creative leadership, bespoke vocal arranging, and conducting for West End, international, community, and educational productions.

Collaborative Musical Leadership Across the Globe

Since 2010, Angharad Sanders has worked extensively as a Musical Director across the UK, Europe, and the US, leading professional companies, community projects, and educational institutions alike.

With a deep understanding of vocal technique and anatomy, Angharad excels at bringing out the absolute best in every performer and ensemble she directs. Paired with her rich background as a multi-instrumentalist, she ensures that precision, storytelling, and high-level musicianship remain at the heart of every rehearsal and live performance.

Musical Direction & Supervision | Vocal Technique & Arranging | Orchestration | Keyboard / MainStage Programming | Reeds | Audition & Rehearsal Accompaniment

Reviews:

“the vocal standard across the entire company was outstanding. It is rare to hear such consistently strong ensemble singing, and it added significantly to the overall impact of the production. Musical Director Angharad Sanders should be congratulated for producing such confident vocal performances and leading a very capable band.” Matt Hampson, Made In Dagenham, May 2026, Regency Hall, Saundersfoot.

“One of the evening’s greatest strengths was undoubtedly the music. It was fantastic to see a full orchestra in the pit, something that always elevates a musical theatre production and adds an authenticity that recorded backing tracks simply cannot replicate. Under the musical direction of Angharad Sanders, the orchestra provided a rich and dynamic accompaniment throughout the evening, supporting the performers well and capturing the dramatic contrasts within the score.” Matt Hampson, Evita, March 2026, Torch Theatre, Milford Haven.

“Speaking as a director lucky enough to work with Angharad, and as a music director myself, she is everything you’d ever want in an MD. She blends a HUGE work ethic with amazing talent, dedication and affability. She is quintessentially what anyone working in musical theatre would want from a collaborator, creator and friend.”  – Tom Berger, Artistic Director, (re:)Directions Theatre Company, Director of the premiere production of “Band Geeks”

 “Angharad understands the craft of singing and utilizes her knowledge to pull the best out of those under her direction. Anyone who is lucky enough to work with her will gain a better understanding of their voice and deliver a better performance.”- Daniel Bonnett, Director, “Children Of Eden”, Stagedoor Manor, New York.

Recent & NODA Award-Winning Highlights

• Evita (M.D. / Conductor) – Torch Theatre, Milford Haven (Milford Haven Operatic Society; dir. Sarah Hirst)
• Made In Dagenham (M.D. / Keys 1) – Regency Hall, Saundersfoot (Saundersfoot Footlights; dir. Andrea Thomas)
• Alice In Wonderland (M.D. / Vocal Coach) – Regency Hall, Saundersfoot
  • Winner: NODA Outstanding Pantomime (District 6 & Entire Wales & Ireland Region)
• The Addams Family (M.D. / Keys 1) – Regency Hall, Saundersfoot
  • Winner: NODA District 6 Awards for Outstanding Musical & Outstanding Technical
• The Sound Of Music (M.D. / Keys 1) – Regency Hall, Saundersfoot
  • Winner: NODA Award for Outstanding Teamwork / Ensemble (Von Trapp Children)
• Madagascar: The Musical (M.D.) – UK Premiere Tour (Selladoor Family; dir. Kirk Jameson)
• Avenue Q (Musical Supervisor / Vocal Coach) – Upstairs at The Gatehouse, Highgate
  • Winner: Best Off West End Production (The Mousetrap Awards)
  • Winner: London Fringe Production of the Year (West End Frame Awards)
• Steel Pier (M.D. / Keys / Reeds) – The Union Theatre, Southwark
  • European Premiere | Nominated for 6 Off West End Awards | Shortlisted for Best Off West End Production (What’s On Stage Awards)

Bespoke Orchestrations & Community Leadership

Orchestrator & Arranger

Angharad is an accomplished arranger and orchestrator, creating bespoke vocal and instrumental scores for ensembles of all sizes.

• West End & International Transfer: Arranged and orchestrated all music for The 8th Fold Gala Concert at the Duchess Theatre (West End), which subsequently transferred to the New York Fringe Festival.
• Original Musical Theatre: Created vocal and additional orchestral arrangements for Directions: The Musical (based on music by David Courtney and Paul Kelly, book by John Delaney), premiered at the Lichfield Garrick Theatre.
• Commercial Studio Work: Composed original material, performed, arranged, and orchestrated three albums for the international franchise babyballet.

Choral Work & Community Leadership

A true believer in the transformative power of music, Angharad strives to create supportive environments where music-making thrives and supports local health and wellbeing.

• Gelliswick Community Choir: Currently serving as Musical Director for the Gelliswick Community Choir, leading weekly rehearsals and regular performances across local community events and care homes.
• Military Wives Choir (R.A.F. Northolt): Led as Musical Director for two years.
• Community Choir Leadership: Founded the Lichfield Garrick Community Choir and Torch Voices.