Cardiff Male Choir joined forces with theSan Antonio M<astersingers in this moving rendition of ‘Amazing Grace’.

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A superb concert in St Teilo’s RC Church last Friday with our visitors from Texas, the San Antonio Mastersingers. A lovely message from our new American friends:

“We spent the night in Cardiff, Wales and were completely humbled by the extreme hospitality of our new friends at the Cardiff Male Choir. We sang a full joint program including songs sung in the Welsh language which was a new challenge for our American singers. Together, we sang their National Anthem and they sang ours. talk about international brotherhood! Afterward, we were invited to join an “Afterglow” or after party where the libations were flowing, the food was plenty, and we continued singing into the night. This concert will likely be one of the many highlights for all of our travelers.”

The Choir was thrilled and honoured to be asked to sing at the wedding of Katie and Nick in the Church of St Mary the Virgin, Cardiff, on the 23rd April. This was the first wedding at which we had sung since before lockdown and it could not have been a better occasion on which to return to performing in public. A beautiful bride, a handsome groom and the lovely setting of St Mary’s Church. We wish the happy couple a long and happy life together!

The Choir will be giving a warm Welsh welcome to the San Antonio Mastersingers from Texas who will be joining us for a concert at St Teilo’s Church, Whitchurch, on Friday 17th June. This concert has been previously postponed because of the Covid restrictions but now we are all set to go.

The choir will be singing Christmas carols in the Pantmawr pub, Rhiwbina, Vardiff tonight, Friday 10th December from about 7.30 onwards. Come aling and join in the Christmas spirit!

Cardiff Male Choir was founded 123 years ago during the reign of Queen Victoria. The choir has survived two World Wars, 24 different prime ministers and several pandemics. And after the most recent COVID 19 pandemic the choir is still singing.

After the outbreak of COVID 19, the choir had to cancel numerous performances, wedding engagements, a tour to Scotland and hosting a major American choir and regular practices were suspended.

The choir maintained contact with each other via regular Zoom rehearsals and, following rigorous Risk Assessments and Government advice, are now able to meet again indoors still observing Welsh government guidelines and wearing professional singers’ masks.

Some changes have taken place with the choir now established in its new home of Cardiff High School Old Boys Rugby Club at the Diamond Ground Whitchurch. The new Chairman is Bryan Webber and the Vice Chairman is Andy Morris. The musical team under the direction of Tim Goss remains the same.

The choir has a varied repertoire of traditional Welsh favourites, songs from musicals, modern popular songs and we are always looking to add new materials to our collection.

Cardiff Male Choir has many regular bookings at functions during rugby Internationals which are always hugely enjoyable.

A few choristers have not yet returned after the pandemic whilst some new members are adding to the strength of the choir. It is comforting to know that whilst some Male Voice Choirs are folding, Cardiff Male Choir continues through difficult times.

The choir welcomes anyone with an interest in singing, especially within a very sociable environment. Rehearsals are held every Wednesday evening at 7pm at the Diamond Ground, Whitchurch and you can express an interest by telephoning the Chairman on 07968 045005 or by just turning up at the rehearsal evenings.

Delighted to say that the Cardiff Male Choir has recommenced rehearsals after a long break due to the Covid lockdown. Obviously current Covid restrictions will be fully observed but it’s great just to be back singingther again.

Our rehearsals are for the time being taking place at Cardiff Harlequins Rugby Club (Cardiff HSOB), the Diamond Ground, Forest Farm Road, commencing at 6.45 p.m. on Wednesdays. A warm welcome is extended to everyone – past, current and new members. New members should contact our chairman, Bryan Webber, on 029 2069 3115 or 07968 045005.

We look forward to seeing you!

Due to the Corona Virus Pandemic, Cardiff Male Choir cannot meet for weekly rehearsals until the authorities allow choirs to rehearse and perform in a safe manner. Cardiff Male Choir welcomes new and old members to join us when normal rehearsals resume after Corvid 19 restrictions are lifted.

Rehearsals held at Whitchurch Sports and Social Club, Samuels Crescent, Whitchurch, Cardiff CF14 2TG

Rehearsals every Wednesday 7.30 to 9.30

Contact Chairman Andy Morris Mob. 07710 176348

Regrettably the choir has had to cancel all bookings and engagements for the rest of this year. However if you are planning a wedding or an event in 2021 and are interested in booking the choir, contact our Events Secretary, Perry Martin, on 07769 581 225.

It is with great sorrow we have to announce that first tenor William Ronald ‘Ron’ Herbert passed away on Monday 9th March. Our deepest sympathies go to his wife, Gladys. Regrettably under present circumstances we are unable to give Ron the send-off he so richly deserves. RIP Ron.

The choir were delighted to sing at the wedding of Chris Cobbold and his beautiful bride, Jemma. Chris is the son of bass singer Nigel ‘Lofty’ Cobbold. The wedding took place in St Augustine’s Church, Rumney, Cardif.