Heike Kiefner-Jesatko

Heike Kiefner-Jesatko is a renowned conductor and educator, known for her work with several prominent musical ensembles. She studied school music and history at Mainz University, and later focused on choral conducting at the University for Music in Frankfurt with Professor Wolfgang Schäfer. Kiefner-Jesatko is best known for founding and conducting the **4x4 Frauenchor der Pädagogischen Hochschule Heidelberg**, which she established in 2004. This ensemble is composed of female students from the teacher training college and has released several albums, including *4x4 Frauenchor der PH Heidelberg* (2011), *Versuchung* (2014), and *Himmlisch* (2017). Additionally, she has been the Musical Director of the Konkordien-Kantorei in Mannheim since 2006. Her contributions to choral music are marked by a strong emphasis on both classical and contemporary repertoire.

As a conductor, Heike Kiefner-Jesatko has also led the 4x4 Women's Choir in various performances and projects, such as museum tours that combine music and art. Her work is characterized by a dedication to educational settings, where she teaches music theory, aural training, and choral conducting. Her engagement with music extends beyond conducting to include scholarship and educational leadership, making her a respected figure in Germany's choral music scene.

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