Helen Swan, The Resonants

The Resonants is one of Canberra’s foremost adult choirs. Formed in 1990 by Helen Swan, The Resonants has been crowned Canberra ABC Choir of the Year, performed as part of the Centenary of Canberra Celebrations, recorded 4 CDs, participated in the Canberra International Music Festival, competed successfully in the Australian National Eisteddfod and toured internationally to New York. Performing a variety of contemporary choral music, with a focus on supporting Australian composers, The Resonants produce a beautiful, blended sound and perform with great artistic flair.

Helen Swan is a notable Canberra choral conductor, musician, music educator and opera singer. She studied at the Canberra School of Music, gaining her Bachelor of Arts (Music), followed by a Diploma of Education.  She has performed as a singer and conductor, singing leading roles with Canberra Opera as well as being Chorus Master for several productions. Helen has also worked with Canberra Children’s Choir, Canberra Choral Society, Oriana Chorale and Canberra Youth Music choirs. After many years teaching at Canberra Grammar School, Helen now keeps busy with her private singing studio, The Resonants, and the Warrani Chorale, the ladies choir associated with the University of the Third Age in Canberra. Helen has attended many international music workshops and training, adding to her experience and further developing her consummate skills as a choir conductor.