MATTHEW HUNTBmus (Hons)
OUR NEW CONDUCTOR FROM JANUARY 1st 2005
Matthew graduated from the University of Wales Cardiff in July 2003 with a Bachelor of Music honors in music. He then continued his studies with a Masters of Composition and conducting, and is currently in his final year.
Matthew is an experienced conductor in the South Wales valleys, having been musical director of the Ebbw Vale Musical Youth Society for six years, Tredegar Operatic society for three, and conductor of the Merthyr Italian Choir for Two. He was also the assistant chorus master at Cardiff university of the 260 voice music department choir, and is currently Musical Director of the Blaenau Gwent Choral.
A grade 8 pianist, Matthew has a keen interest in music research of the 19th century, and also composition. A keen composer, Matthew has written and conducted works in several genres, including 3 musicals, 2 piano concerto's 3 orchestral overtures and more recently music for male voice choir and contemporary music ensemble.
Matthew is currently the General Manager of Massorella's restaurant at the festival park in Ebbw Vale
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?JUNE CHAMBERLAIN A.L.C.M.
Silver Medalist (Hon)
?A life member of the  Ebbw Vale and District Operatic Society, june has held the position of both
Musical Director and Accompanist, conducting orchestral performances for thirty years, also having the privilege of assisting other operatic societies, choirs and artistes' within the borough and accompanying singers in music examinations.
An accomplished organist, June is Director of Music at her home church, and is an active member
and teacher at the Sunday school. June has held the position of both organist and conductor on numerous occasions at the Easter singing festival, and other special Church services. June is also the winner of several Hymn tune competitions.