Nearby: Ammanford

The Category Ammanford is a subset of Carmarthenshire.

Founded 2001: 'Beautiful music performed by great artists in an idyllic hill-top setting.' Normally held annually Mid July.

'A friendly competing band based in South Wales ... Brass bands continue to have a loyal fan base in the UK and Wales is proud to produce some of the best bands in the world. To make sure that we continue to develop future players for the band, Ammanford work hard with the young players in the Junior Band.'

‘A community choir based in Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire ... Choir membership has now grown to over sixty. New singers are welcome in all sections − soprano, alto, tenor, and bass. There are no auditions. You just have to enjoy singing and want to learn. Vocal training takes place at some rehearsals.‘

'Based in the village of Tŷcroes near Ammanford in the county of Carmarthenshire. The word “Persain" is Welsh for “pure sound” - we are ever optimistic! The Choir is available to sing anywhere and for all occasions, having a varied repertoire for formal concerts as well as weddings, festivals and informal musical evenings in smaller venues.'

‘The most successful competitive male voice choir in Wales ... We are always looking for new members, but we're not only after your voice — however great though it's sure to be — we are also after you! Our choristers come from every walk of life, with students, teachers and nurses singing alongside lawyers, tradesmen and soldiers ... Many of our members were uncertain about joining a male choir before approaching us, fearing that it would be too difficult to learn the repertoire. Fear not! We pride ourselves on having dedicated people within our membership who will ensure your smooth induction into the choir.‘

‘One of the oldest Brass Bands in Wales having been making music since the Victorian era when Ystradgynlais was an important industrial town ... We're a friendly community group whose members' ages range from eight to eighty-eight and our aim is to open up the world of music to the community of Ystradgynlais by providing free membership and free tuition to anyone who wishes to join. We arrange local concerts and support community organisations such as the hospital, schools and nursing homes ... In addition to the usual concerts, fetes and competitions that we perform at, there is also a social side to the Band.’