Charity Concert in Words and Pictures

April 24, 2016 By Richard Thompson Leave a Comment

The charity concert for St Kentigern’s Hospice at St Dyfnog’s Church, Llanrhaeadr provided a fine start to the choir’s new season. In addition, it also gave ample opportunity for photographer Hywel Evans to record the happy scene.

Charity Concert Welcome

Sandra Evans, on behalf of the of the St Kentigern’s Hospice, extended a warm welcome to everyone.

Clwyd Wynne - Concert Compere

Clwyd Wynne – Compere

Compere Clwyd Wynne introduced Nia Jones, the choir’s new accompanist. Her first public performance with the choir since her appointment.

Nia Jones and Arwyn Roberts

Nia Jones and Arwyn Roberts

Concert Concentration !

Charity Concert Concentration !

Soloist Jane Hartley

Jane Hartley, mezzo-soprano, always endears herself to audiences due to a fine collection of songs. She asked for the Denbigh Boy Band to accompany her with an arrangement of ‘All Through the Night.’

Jane also thanked Nia Jones for her impeccable accompaniment.

Jane Hartley and Choir

Jane Hartley and Choir

Finally, Sandra Evans thanked the audience for their attendance and standing ovation. Presentations were made to Nia Jones, Arwyn Roberts, Jane Hartley and Clwyd Wynne.

Presentations to Arwyn Roberts and Nia Jones

Presentations were made to Arwyn Roberts and Nia Jones

It is evident from the photographs that the choristers had enjoyed the evening. In addition, our music director and conductor, Arwyn Roberts, expressed satisfaction with the performance.

Most of all, Nia Jones contributed to the success of the evening. Especially since her recent appointment only enabled her to attend a handful of practices. An assured and competent performance.

A very warm welcome Nia – Croeso cynnes i’n plith.

Charity Concert Ensemble

About Richard Thompson

Richard Thompson, spent his entire working career in the National Health Service, mainly in a teaching capacity. He now enjoys his retirement and between his family and four grandchildren, gardening, holidays, computing, his choir,and village events his life is very full.

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The singing was really beautiful and very much appreciated by all of the guests young and old. Thank you very much, you made our special day even more special.

Rhian

Just wanted to say a HUGE thank you for your incredible performance at our wedding on November 5th, and we've had so many comments on how emotive and special the choir was, and I couldn't agree more. Thank you so much, Diolch yn fawr iawn. Emma Lewis-Kalubowila

Sam and Emma

A fantastic day and a huge surprise. Thanks again for the incredible renditions. The Rose has since become a new favourite. Currently reminiscing as we move from London to Bath for the next stage of our lives.

Florence and Matt

What a lovely blog – what can I say – words cannot describe the beautiful singing and the atmosphere of a little church in the Welsh hills – it was magic.

Elizabeth

We had the privilege of being invited to Dan and Lisa’s wedding. The presence of the choir was a pure joy to experience. Music, song and laughter .. Hiraeth ! The rendition of “Myfanwy” was very poignant to us as a family as you identified.. and was much appreciated. Diolch yn fawr iawn . ..Personally Sospan Fach was the song for me!! Ann Williams

Daniel and Lisa

It’s our pleasure to thank you and the choir for making our day complete. So many of our guests commented that your performance was one of the highlights of the day. Many had never heard a Welsh male voice choir and were amazed.

Sheelagh

Thank you very much for performing in our wedding ceremony in July. You were fantastic and everyone thoroughly enjoyed it.

Jorge and Lowri

Thank you so much for singing at our wedding, you were all amazing. Whenever anyone has spoken about our special day they mention the choir and how great you all were. Your performance really set the tone to an amazing day

Leanne

Thank you to all for singing so beautifully at my Daughter Claire’s wedding to the Lovely John ! As I walked into the church I was filled with such emotion it was stunning !

Claire's Mum

Thank you so much for being part of our special day you were all amazing and we couldn’t have asked for anything more.

Rebecca and David

AMAZING!!! Thank you for a spectacular performance. I couldn’t have wished for a better entrance from yourselves, you truly made it special.

Jess

You were all fantastic! Goosebumps abound. We can’t describe the impact you had on our day.

Donna

We would like to thank you all for making Keeley and Huw's wedding so special, everybody commented on your outstanding performance.

Keeley

Thank you so much for performing at our wedding! It was so lovely to hear the choir, everyone really enjoyed them and we got so many lovely comments afterwards!

Laura and Jonathan

Ally and I would like to say a huge thank you to the choir for singing at our wedding on Saturday. I think almost everybody had commented on how great the choir were, even the English contingent! Ally and I were really pleased and we think you gave a great touch to what could have been a long church service!

Michael and Alyson

Please say a big thank you to all members of the choir for making a great day even better. Best wishes Colin and Libby Thackray

Kate and Alex

Ourselves and our guests thought you were fantastic and reduced many to tears. The singing was so overwhelming. The feedback we received from our guests was very positive. You bring so much joy and pleasure to people's experiences.

Sara and Owain

We never imagined how overwhelming we would feel hearing the choir sing at our wedding and in such a beautiful church too. It truly was a very special and very memorable day thanks to the choir!

Samantha