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November 2018
The Serenata Choir from Cardiff return to VAN-guard for a concert which is sure to be as entertaining as their last performance. A concert based on the works of Shakespeare – pieces from operas, songs using the Bard’s words, etc It is always a pleasure to host their concerts and we are greatly looking forward to this evening.
Find out more@ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm The choir was founded in 2009 by Nigel Jones on his retirement from a career as a high school music teacher and county music service choral animateur. October 2013 saw the arrival of our new musical director, Rosie Howarth. From her first concert, at Christmas that year, Rosie has developed and extended the choir’s repertoire [...]
Find out moreOur Session is held every second Monday of each month between 10.30 and 11.30 a.m. which is run by Carol Pegler. We are not a choir but we sing a variety of songs from the 50’s onwards and many even get up and have a dance. On arrival we have Tea/Coffee, biscuits and socialise. We then start our session. You choose which songs [...]
Find out moreDecember 2018
Our Session is held every second Monday of each month between 10.30 and 11.30 a.m. which is run by Carol Pegler. We are not a choir but we sing a variety of songs from the 50’s onwards and many even get up and have a dance. On arrival we have Tea/Coffee, biscuits and socialise. We then start our session. You choose which songs [...]
Find out moreThe Caerphilly Community Chorus present their Christmas Concert.
Find out moreOctober 2019
With Helden tenor, Lee David Bowen; tenor, Richard Lee Thomas; soprano, Angharad Watkeys; accompanist Nicola Rose. This should be excellent event as was their performance in the autumn of 2018. They enjoyed being here so much they requested to come back. As busy opera singers it takes time to find a slot in the diary when all are available. Don’t [...]
Find out moreNovember 2019
A reminder that the exhibition is not too far away. Details will be as in previous years and will be available soon. Time to think about participating and also to pass on news to others who may be interested.
Find out moreDecember 2019
The annual Christmas extravaganza with David Fortey, tenor, OMA; Angharad Morgan soprano, Welsh National Opera Chorus. Accompanist Ryan Wood. It wouldn’t be Christmas at VAN-guard without them.
Find out moreThe Caerphilly Community Chorus present their Christmas Concert.
Find out moreThis group is growing rapidly in number and we are delighted that their home is here at VAN-guard where they practice every month. All members are experienced musicians led by Mr. Nigel Jones. It is also planned to have some vocal contribution during this performance.
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