Cheryl Cerri

A Message from Cheryl:

 ​"Music has always been the language I use to make sense of the world. Growing up in the Sudbury arts scene under the guidance of my mother, Musical Director, Eleanor Connors, I learned early on that a voice is more than just a sound—it’s a legacy.  ​My journey has taken me from the musical theater stages of Ontario to the historic opera houses of Milan, Italy, where I truly found the 3.5-octave range I carry today. Whether I’m in my home studio in Southern Ontario fine-tuning a pop-R&B track like 'Genie in a Bottle' that is currently receiving tens of thousands of views on Spotify, or recording a timeless aria like 'Nessun Dorma', that I recorded in for the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, my goal is to bridge the gap between technical mastery and pure, raw emotion.
​When I’m not at the microphone, you can usually find me exploring new creative frontiers—like writing my children’s book series, Booger the Sniffing Dog—or spending time with family and friends. For me, music is a family affair and a lifelong adventure.  Thank you to all of you who have joined me in my musical journey.  I’m so glad you’re part of the ride." 

                                                                                                                                                          Love Cheryl xo

The Voice of the Modern  Soprano Contemporary Pop Diva

​From the soul-stirring depths of operatic tradition to the vibrant pulse of contemporary pop, Cheryl Cerri is an independent recording artist who defies easy categorization. A trained soprano who studied opera in Milan, Italy, who also won the Canadian Country Music Award has a rare ability to bridge genres. Cheryl has built a musical identity defined by technical precision, emotional vulnerability, and a relentless creative spirit.

​A Journey Through Genres

​Cheryl’s discography is a testament to her versatility. She gained significant momentum with her reimagined cover of "Genie in a Bottle," which recently surpassed 112,000 streams on Spotify, showcasing her ability to take a pop classic and infuse it with her unique vocal signature.

​Whether she is delivering a powerhouse performance of the legendary aria "Nessun Dorma"—she released to commemorate the 2026 Winter Olympics—or tackling the iconic dance-pop energy of Cher’s "Believe," Cheryl approaches every track with the same goal: to connect deeply with her listeners. Her work seamlessly blends her ​Operatic Grandeur and Brings the scale of the stage to digital platforms.

Cheryl's Musical Theatre Flair: Crafting stories through song with theatrical passion.

​Pop-R&B Crossover: Blending modern rhythms with sophisticated vocal arrangements.

Cheryl is The Creative Architect

​Beyond the microphone, Cheryl is a hands-on creator. As a modern independent artist, she is deeply involved in the technical craft of her music, utilizing platforms like BandLab and DistroKid to bring her vision to the global stage. Her creativity also extends into the visual and literary worlds; she is currently developing a whimsical children’s book and video project featuring the character "Booger the Sniffing Dog," proving that her storytelling knows no bounds.

Cheryl is Rooted in Community

​While her music reaches fans across the globe, Cheryl remains deeply connected to her roots in Southern Ontario. From her professional ties to the Sudbury arts community to her life at home, her music is an extension of a life lived with passion, family, and a constant drive to evolve.

​With every new release, Cheryl Cerri continues to prove that being a "singer-songwriter" isn't about staying in one lane—it’s about having the range to explore them all.

Some Notable Accolades of Cheryl's

Cheryl studied Opera in Milan, Italy and won the Milan Operatic Award with her 3.5 octave voice, but she also sings in other genres such as pop and country where she won the Canadian Country Music Award.  She performed on Canada Day on Parliament Hill  on a national show as the opening performer.  Cheryl has released released 7 full albums of both originals and cover tunes.  Her music is currently streaming in the tens of thousands on Spotify and her music is also available on Apple Music, itunes and Amazon Music.    She is an accomplished singer/songwriter and musical/theatrical  coach.  She released a Christmas Album called CHRISTMAS LEGACY in December 2020.  the Album is available for download on Apple, Spotify and Amazon.  It features O Holy Night, Ave Maria and many more favorites.  Cheryl and her husband Patrick Foote released a CD called "Their Voice" to benefit the Good Shepherd homeless shelter downtown Toronto.  Cheryl performed her own original song of inspiration called We Are The World for Rotary International and it was chosen as song of the year.  ​She also composed Canada's 150th Birthday song called  "O Canada My  Home Is Where I'm Free". 

She is the recipient the Z103 Singer Songwriter Award in Canada.  She is also the recipient of the Ontario, Canada Country  Music Award where she received a recording contract in Nashville, Tennessee, where her title song There's No Time received airplay worldwide.

She has performed the Canadian and American National Anthems at the Scotia Tower and the Sky Dome in Toronto, Canada. She performed one of her own original songs called "The Canadian Dream" at a satellite performance for the Canadian Troops in Afghanistan. 

Cheryl performed with the Canadian Opera Company for Canada’s Operatic Icon, Maureen Forrester and she was the co-owner of her own musical theatre with her mother, Director Eleanor Connors and she held lead roles in many broad way musicals and operettas, including many Gilbert & Sullivan Operettas such as The Pirates of Penzance, The Mikado, The HMS Pinafore and more.  She has also held lead roles in Broadway reviews of the Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserable, the Sound of Music and more.

Cheryl has created a new Vocal Singing Course that consists of the Physiology of the Voice, Vocal Training, Proper Breathing and Voice Movement Techniques and so much more.  Cheryl has been singing for a long time and studied not only Opera but many other genres of music and in this course, she provides you with many of her TIPS that she has leaned along the way.  The course can be purchased on this site. 

Cheryl, being an author and illustrator of children's books, recently released a new line of  Children's Books called "Booger The Sniffing Dog Series".   Her other books include  a Beautiful Christmas book called His Name Is Jesus of which kids can also download a song of the same name to sing with.  She also created a Canadian Book and a Song for Kids.  It is a great fact filled fun book with a questionnaire at the end for kids to keep learning.  There is also a song that goes with the book that Kids can download  and sing along with the characters in the book.  The book and song are called O Canada My Home Is Where I'm Free.

You can find Cheryl's Music,  Vocal Singing Courses and Books here on her website and her books are also available directly from Amazon.