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Christmas Concert 2024
It’s that time of year once more. It’s Christmas!! Join us for a festive feast of music and fun on December 15th 2024 at 3pm (doors open at 2.30pm) at St John Church, Friars Road, Off Breaksea Drive, Barry Island CF62 5TR.
Enjoy Christmas carols and songs with us and our guests Sian Cameron, mezzo soprano, and PODyS (Penarth Operatic Dramatic Society – youth section).
Ticket price £8, free for under 14’s, include concert entrance, refreshments and (for adults only) entry to the Christmas Hamper raffle. A separate raffle of smaller prizes will be run at £1 per ticket.
Mr Blue Sky Meets Mozart
Sunday July 14th 2024 at 3pm
St John’s Church,
Breaksea Drive,
Barry Island.
CF62 5TR.
This July, fresh from our June local community tour (Glastonbarry Fringe, Pride, The Senedd, Ty Hapus), we are hosting our summer concert. Joined by the brilliant young local jazz pianist Joe Phillips, and the talented Cadoxton Primary School Choir, Barry Community Choir presents an afternoon of great music – something for every musical taste.
Win a prize in our raffle, and chat with choir members over a cuppa, or just sit and enjoy the music. See you on 14th July.
Tickets £8 (include refreshments) under 14’s free. Buy online at trybooking.com or pay on the door by card or cash.
Open Evening
Wednesday, 6th March, from 7pm
Enjoy the benefits of belonging to a mixed choir. Barry Community Choir have an OPEN EVENING on Wednesday 6th March from 7pm (doors open 6.45pm).
Make new friends over a cuppa and biscuit. No charge – just a warm, friendly welcome.
Christmas Concert 2023
We Want Your Voice
Roll up Roll up! The Choir is holding a fun, free and friendly SING-ALONG on Wednesday, 27th September from 6pm at WHITMORE & JACKSON on Friars Road, Barry Island.
We are looking forward to having a sing-song with a few drinks thrown in as the Bar will be open!
Barry Town Council Family Fun Day
The Choir will be singing for half an hour – 6 songs from their current repertoire as part of the live music being presented on stage.
The Fun Day is open from 10am and the Choir are singing at 11.30.
Summer Concert 2023
Our summer concert on Sunday, 16th July at 3pm in St John’s Church, Barry Island. With lots of new songs we are eager to perform! We’ll also have the Barry Island Ukelele Strummers with us and local soprano, Ffion Morgan Short making her debut with us.
All Together For Christmas
We are looking forward to welcoming old and new friends to our concert on Sunday, 11th December at 3pm. We will be joined by the children’s choir of Barry Island School and Barry Island Ukelele Strummers. The programme is full of old and new songs as well as a chance to sing well-loved carols. Tickets are £10 (under 16s are free) and include festive refreshments after the concert. There will also be a Grand Raffle. Tickets will be available from choir members or via the above number.
A Concert of Christmas Allsorts
Come and join us at 3.30pm at Crossway Methodist Church on 1st December for a concert of “Christmas Allsorts.” Music old and new performed by the Choir and guest young singers.
There will be a raffle and also a light buffet after the concert. Tickets are £7 and are available from Choir members and on the door.
Sing A Song of Summer
The Choir is delighted to welcome you to its summer concert. Members have been working hard to present a varied programme which will include the fabulous and emotional medley from “Les Miserables.”
This will also be an opportunity for the Choir and supporters to say a (temporary) farewell to conductor, Emma Arscott, as she prepares for the birth of her second child in September.
We will be cutting a novelty cake in Emma’s honour and providing refreshments in the Church Hall after the concert. There will also be a Grand Raffle during the break.
Tickets are £6 per person –which includes refreshments. There is no charge for children 16 and under
Jo Cox - Great Get Together
The Choir has been invited by Jane Hutt to perform on the beautiful promenade for this very worthwhile event that brings together people from all walks of life, to promote peace and friendship for all.
RNLI "Mayday" Event on Barry Island
The Choir will be singing in the Eastern Shelter (the one next to the new beach huts) from around 11am. We will be singing in our new polo shirts for the first time and performing songs old and new in order to support this most worthwhile organisation. Hopefully, too, the sun will shine and play its part in making this a great day out for the whole family to enjoy.
Fun Quiz Night
All welcome at our Fun Quiz Night – we guarantee you a fun night (and not an IQ test!!!)
Tickets are £6 per person, with a maximum of 6 to a table. The ticket price includes refreshments and there will be a raffle.
The Mayor of Barry's Charity Concert
The Mayor of Barry has organised a concert to support her local charities. The concert will feature Barry Community Choir and Barry Brass Band on Thursday, 21st February, 2019 from 7pm.
No need to purchase tickets in advance – everyone welcome!
A Very Merry Christmas Concert
Jingle all the way and keep those winter blues at bay. Come out of the cold and into our warm and friendly concert. Enjoy listening to the Choir singing songs old and new – we’d love you to join in as well.
We will be singing some traditional Christmas songs together with some toe-tapping lively new ones – and some favourites but with a bit of a twist! We’re not giving the surprise away until we see you!
Whatever your taste – traditional or modern – you are assured of a warm, Christmassy welcome, coupled with lots of festive nibbles and a grand raffle.
Tickets are £7 per person and include festive refreshments. Children aged 16 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased before the concert by email, from Choir members – or on the door.
50 Year Anniversary Concert
Celebrating 50 years of singing!
Barry community choir are holding a celebration concert on Sunday, June 24th to mark the 50th anniversary of its formation in 1968.
Come and join us to celebrate the 50 golden years of this fabulous choir.
Tickets are £6 for adults with free entry for children price includes refreshments.
Where do You sing? Barry Community Choir's Recruitment Evening
Where do YOU sing? Do you love a singalong in the shower or belting out a tune in the car? Why not give singing in your local mixed choir a try?
Barry Community Choir is holding a recruitment event hoping to attract male and female members on Thursday June 7th, 7.30pm @ Coffee Cove, Barry Island.
Pop along for a coffee or a glass of wine, meet the choir and maybe even have a singalong. Singing in a group is hugely uplifting and can benefit your mental health and wellbeing. So, don’t be shy, give it a go Jo, bring your voice Joyce and don’t save your singing for the car.
Mayor of Barry’s Christmas Carol Concert
The Choir was invited to sing at the first Christmas Carol Concert to be held at this delightful, intimate chapel. A brass band under the direction of Dr Haydn Jones of Dinas Powys also performed from its own repertoire. The Choir sang from its Christmas repertoire, accompanied by Chris Fossey and the audience joined in with well-known carols led by the Choir and brass band. Everyone was treated to mulled wine and mince pies after the event – which were very well received. Proceeds from the concert went to Ty Hafan and the British Heart Foundation. We hope this will become an annual event.
Mayor of the Vale of Glamorgan’s Coffee Morning
The Choir was invited to sing at a Christmas-themed coffee morning to raise funds for the Mayor’s charities. The Choir sang from its Christmas repertoire and also Christmas-sy songs, directed by Sian Davies and accompanied by Chris Fossey. The event was very well attended and the craft tables, games and refreshments were excellent and enjoyed by an appreciative audience. Many thanks to the organisers for such a warm welcome.
Jingle All The Way
Come and “jingle” with us for a great start to Christmas. We will be singing songs old and new, with some favourites for you to join in with.
A wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit, in an atmosphere of fun and friendliness.
Tickets – £7 – are available from choir members, through the website and on the door and include festive refreshments! There will also be a grand raffle and a programme prize.
Llantonian Hall, Llantwit Major
The Choir is delighted to be returning to the Hall and will be singing a variety of music from its extensive repertoire to entertain members of Llantwit Major Pensioners’ Club.
Party on the Square
The Choir is delighted to be joining other groups to help Party on the Square go with a swing! We will be performing inside the Library around 12 mid-day.
Entry to all events is free and entertainment is due to take place all day.
Come and join in the festivities and help raise awareness of our wonderful local shopping opportunities.
Autumn Concert
Parish of St Andrew Major Church Lighting Appeal.
Conducted by Sian Davies
Accompanist and Soloist Chris Fossey.
Poetry reading by Beryl Weale.
The Great Get Together
Jane Hutt invites you to a community celebration.
A great event coming up! The Academy Café in The Pump House, Barry is the place to be on Saturday, 17th June from 2pm.
A “Great Get Together” organised by Jane Hutt and inspired by Jo Cox will see the Choir and two other local choirs singing their socks off.
Come and join in – or sit back and watch – and enjoy a cuppa at the same time.
Tenovus - Singathon
On Bank Holiday Monday, the Choir supported the Tenovus “Singathon” on Barry Island by opening the event with an offering of 7 songs, including the much-loved “Fields of Gold” and a new arrangement of “You’ve Got a Friend” with which the appreciative audience joined in.
The Choir meets every Wednesday evening from 7.30pm at Crossway Methodist Church, Barry and our doors are always open to anyone interested in singing for pleasure. We are well-known for entertaining in care homes, residential homes and to various local groups and look forward to continuing this during 2017.
Quiz Night
We are holding a Quiz Night for members, their families and friends on Saturday, 18th March the fun starts at 7pm.
There will also be refreshments and a raffle. Tickets for the quiz are £3.
Win, lose or draw, it’s unquestionably a fun way to spend your Saturday evening!!
Pop along, join in and tax that grey matter.
A Festive Christmas Concert
During our concert, we will be entertained with duets from Emma and Sian, who have created their own inimitable style! Come and see us – Come and join in – Come and sing!
Tickets for this Christmas feast are only £7 – available from Choir members and on the door. As usual, there will be a large spread of delicious nibbles afterwards
Come and join us – a warm welcome awaits you.
Switching on of High Street Christmas Lights
Shake off the cold and wet and join with the staff, patrons and choir at Habanas for a rousing session of carol singing and other Christmassy items from the Choir. Surely after a few bevvies from the well-stocked bar, we should all be in good voice and definitely good cheer!
Golau Caredig
The Choir sang during the morning for a very appreciative audience. The Coffee Morning was a great success, raising over a thousand pounds at the last count. This was the first time that the Choir had performed in the building and it certainly won’t be the last. The staff, volunteers and residents were very welcoming and we felt at home straight away. Of course, the added bonus of a multitude of cakes plus tea and coffee helped enormously! We look forward very much to performing at the Centre again.
Amilia Trust Farm
On Saturday, 10th September, the Choir entertained during the Harvest Festival, singing a wide variety of songs from its extensive repertoire. The conditions were not ideal – it had rained the night before and was very windy on the day, however, the welcome was as warm as ever at this Vale of Glamorgan Gem.
We are delighted to be singing during the Trust Christmas Fayre being held at Cottrell Park on Saturday, 19th November.
A Summer Showcase
Join the Choir and talented local youngsters for an exciting and varied evening of music. We are also joined by Eisteddfod prize-winner, Anne Wilkins who makes a welcome return to Barry. Experience a kaleidoscope of music and help give our young people the platform they deserve.
Tickets can be booked in advance or purchased on the door and are priced at £7 which includes refreshments. There will also be a grand raffle. So – don’t miss out on the fun – come and listen to tomorrow’s stars!
Get your diaries out and put Friday, 8th July at 7pm in big letters – for a night to remember!
Spring Fair - 2016 - At The Farm
The Choir has been invited to sing at the Spring Fair and is delighted to do so for the very first time. We will be singing in the afternoon, around 1.30.
We would also be delighted to see our many friends and family members at this event which supports and showcases the valuable work done at the Trust.
Whatever the weather, the Fair will still go ahead – and we will still be singing!!! – See you there!
Singing In The Community – Trysor O Le
The Choir will be presenting a varied repertoire of songs to the group as part of its mission to take music into the community and entertain groups, clubs etc. – people that may not be able to get out and attend concerts.
The Choirs of Barry Concert
The Choir will be presenting a varied repertoire of songs to the group as part of its mission to take music into the community and entertain groups, clubs etc. – people that may not be able to get out and attend concerts.
Bring your friends and family to this great event – which as well as being thoroughly enjoyable, will help raise funds towards the Mayor’s charities – Ty Hapus and MNDA Cardiff and the Vale.
Singing to residents and staff at Bethel House
The Choir, under the expert direction of Emma Arscott, will be singing a wide variety of music to the residents and staff of Bethel House – part of Hebron Hall in Dinas Powys.
This event is continuing one of the Choir’s ambitions – to bring music to the local community, especially those people who find it difficult to come to our concerts.
The Colours of Christmas
Come in from the cold and join us for our Christmas celebrations. Sing carols with us as well as listening to the Choir’s new Christmas music and some older, well-loved favourites.
We will be joined by Jack Ollier, a local young lad with an amazing talent. He will be playing the piano, clarinet and recorder. Emma (Conductor) and Sian (Accompanist) will also entertain us with a duet or two.
Tickets for this Christmas feast are only £7 – available from Choir members, Harmony Furnishings and on the door. There will be a grand raffle and refreshments are also included in the ticket price. What’s not to like??
Come and join us – a warm welcome awaits you.
Singing at the Enfys Craft Fair
Love songs and lullabies
£6.00 per ticket includes refreshments.
Concert for residents of College Fields Nursing Home
Concert
Fun Music Workshop
Learn vocal techniques in a warm and friendly atmosphere and enjoy an exciting afternoon with the choir and Kate Woolveridge. Kate vas Inspirational Woman of the Year in 2012 for her work with the Cardiff based Forget-Me-Not Choir, she is a great motivator! (www.katewoolveridge.co.uk)
Songs will include California Dreaming which was sung by the Mamas and Papas (arranged by Roger Emerson) and The Seal Lullaby (Eric Whitacre).
£10 per person – Includes refreshments.
We are a mixed choir so all are welcome including children over the age of 12.
