For our Director, Brett Heintzman, music has been a source of joy, and an element of life that seems to be embedded into much of what he does and who he is.

When it comes to Barbershop, Brett became involved in 1986 as a charter member of the Jamestown Harmony Express and developed a deep love for four-part Harmony.  Over time, Brett has directed the Jamestown Harmony Express, the Enchanted Mountain Chorus in Olean, NY, A Cappella Unlimited, and now the “Friends of Harmony”.

Brett has sung in numerous quartets including 1994 International Competitors “Gold Rush” and 1998 SLD Champions “Pierce Arrow” (featuring three other members of the “Friends of Harmony”).  Currently, Brett continues to sing in a Southern Gospel Quartet called “Soul Provider” and his latest barbershop quartet, “Hangtime”.

Music extends into other areas of his life including his church, Jamestown Free Methodist Church, where Brett serves as Pastor.  At the church, Brett still participates in the Sunday worship music and has, over the years, directed many church choir and musical events.

Brett is a soloist, pianist, conductor, writer and arranger, and the Friends of Harmony is pleased to have Brett as their current musical director.