Helga Venter
Music Teacher And Accompanist
Cape Town,WC
Summary
Passionate piano teacher and accompanist, currently completing an Honours degree in Music, specialising in piano accompaniment. Experienced in working with children and committed to creating a positive, supportive, and engaging learning environment. My current research focuses on Positive Music Education and fostering students’ confidence, well-being, and enjoyment of music.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Choir Accompanist
Durbanville Preparatory School
01.2025 - Current
- Bi-weekly rehearsals with the choir.
- Accompanied the choir for Tygerberg Eisteddfod, ATKV Competition and other concerts.
- Participated in the Tygerberg Eisteddfod Choir Gala.
Piano Teacher
Bellpark Primary School
02.2026 - Current
- Teach weekly lessons to 15-18 beginner to intermediate students.
- Entered students for the Conserve Eisteddfod.
- Assists in end-of year concert preparation.
Choir Accompanist
Melkbosstrand High School
04.2026 - Current
- Accompanies the choir during weekly rehearsals and assists in coaching individual voice groups
- Participates in school assessment concerts
- Participated in the Tygerberg Eisteddfod and Melkbostrand Choir Festival
Accompanist
Self-employed
2023 - Current
- Accompanied students for the Tygerberg International Eisteddfod and Conserve Eisteddfod
- Accompanied students for concerts.
- Accompanied students for the String Festival at Hugo Lambrechts
- Accompanied students for the Hubert van Der Spuy Competition in the first, second, and third rounds.
Orchestra Manager
Heydeburg Chamber Orchestra
08.2023 - 09.2025
- Organized concerts with the Hear Us Foundation and Prof. Mario Nell.
- Arranged seating plans for the orchestra.
- Assisted with concert programmes.
- Communicated arrangements with orchestra members.
Piano Teacher
Private
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Taught 20-30 private students ages 5 to adult, tailoring instruction to beginner and early intermediate levels.
- Taught music theory lessons for ABRSM grade 4 and 5 students.
- Prepared students for the Tygerberg International Eisteddfod.
Education
Bachelor of Music (Hons) - Music
Stellenbosch University
11 2026
Skills
Communication
Problem-solving
Time Management
Analytical Thinking
Languages: Afrikaans and English
MuseScore Software Skills
Other Music Qualifications
- ABRSM Performance Diploma in Piano (2022)
- Violin Grade 8 (2021)
- Music Theory Grade 6 (2021)
- Viola Grade 7 (2020)
Courses
- TopMusic Certification Course
- Gorin Institute Piano Pedagogy Course Level 1
Timeline
Choir Accompanist
Melkbosstrand High School
04.2026 - Current
Piano Teacher
Bellpark Primary School
02.2026 - Current
Choir Accompanist
Durbanville Preparatory School
01.2025 - Current
Orchestra Manager
Heydeburg Chamber Orchestra
08.2023 - 09.2025
Piano Teacher
Private
01.2022 - 11.2024
Accompanist
Self-employed
2023 - Current
Bachelor of Music (Hons) - Music
Stellenbosch University