Speciality

Helen was born in Tredegar and has been involved in the world of music since a very early age. Helen began playing the piano at the tender age of 7yrs and at the age of 16 had passed all eight grades of the Royal School of Music Associated Board Pianoforte Examinations. Helen also studied vocal training with Miss Ruth Packer at the Welsh College of Music & Drama, Cardiff, but whilst she appeared on many occasions as a soloist, she preferred the role of accompanist and making others shine with her very lyrical and supportive accompaniment.

Starting as a percussionist, Helen played with the Gwent Youth Brass Band and progressed to become a member of the highly successful Tredegar Town Band.

Helen is an accompanist of considerable experience and versatility and has accompanied many accomplished artistes at home and abroad, several amateur operatic societies and numerous male choirs that include Llantrisant, Bargoed, Ebbw Vale and Tredegar.

Helen was appointed accompanist with the choir in 1991 and arranges a considerable amount of the choir’s repertoire. Together with the knowledge and enthusiasm of the Musical Director, they make a formidable team of which the choir are very proud.

Despite having been offered a place to study music at Cardiff University, Helen chose a profession in Law and currently works for Caerphilly County Borough Council.

Role

With dexterity and grace, our Accompanist provides the instrumental backbone to our choir’s vocal expression. Whether in the subtle undertones of a piano or the rich layers of another instrument, their accompaniment is indispensable. In harmony with the Musical Director, they refine our performances, their musicianship enhancing each note we sing.