Artist description Helma Sawatzky surfaced as a promising singer/songwriter in the Canadian music scene after she released her debut album 'RIDDLE OF LIFE' in 1996. With her second album 'FRAGILE' her music once again presents itself as a creative blend of acoustic contemporary folk,in which she includes a wide variety of musical influences. Her poetic lyrics, strong melodies and haunting voice fascinate many listeners.

Music Style Adult contemporary / folk

Musical Influences Folk, Classical, Jazz, Pop, Celtic, Worldbeat, the sound of birds, rain, ocean and waterfalls... Anything that can be heard!

Similar Artists Sarah McLachlan, Loreena McKennit, Lisa Loeb

Artist History Helma was born in the Netherlands. She moved to Canada in 1993 where she has recorded 2 albums. She is a full-time musician who brings her music to a wide variety of venues across North America and Europe.

Instruments guitar, piano, drums, bass, percussion (from 'all over'), strings, flutes, hurdy gurdy, ...

Albums Riddle of life (1996) - Fragile (2000)

Location Abbotsford, British Columbia - Canada

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