Katherine was born in Pontypridd, South
Wales. She began her harp studies with Alwena Roberts, and then Meinir
Heulyn. In 1991 was awarded the Blue Riband in the National Eisteddfod,
and in 1992 she won the Nansi Richards Memorial Scholarship. Katherine
continued her studies at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, London,
where she studied with David Watkins. Following graduation in 1996 Katherine
was awarded scholarships by both the Welsh Arts Council and the Countess
of Munster Musical Trust which enabled her to continue her studies abroad
with Edward Witsenburg (Holland). In 1995 Katherine was awarded a Fellowship
to attend the Aspen Music Festival, Colorado, USA, where she worked with
Nancy Allen (New York Philharmonic). During her four years at the Festival,
Katherine had the opportunity to work with eminent conductors from both
America and Europe. She also gave the premiere of several new chamber works
for harp- including compositions by Sydney Hodkinson and Bernard Rands.
Katherine returned to Aspen to teach during the summer of 2000.
Back in
Europe, Katherine is busy pursuing a freelance career. She frequently plays
with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and the orchestra of the
Welsh National Opera. As well as giving solo performances.
Flute and Harp
Katherine frequently collaborates with other artistes and performs in
a duo with flautist Diane
