Frequently Asked Questions

What's involved?

Membership of the choir is open to all who enjoy singing and can attend rehearsals on Sunday evenings. You don't even need to be able to read music or speak Welsh (although it would help!)

If you fancy joining the choir, you can come along for a couple of weeks and either sit in the body of the choir with the lads or listen at the back, so you can decide if you really want to join us. There is no voice test or audition. We are here to entertain and enjoy ourselves not to win competitions! We are a very friendly welcoming bunch.

There are four sections in the choir. First Tenor, Second Tenor, First Bass (Baritone) and Bottom Bass (Second Bass).

You'll join the choir as a probationary member and you'll attend all choir functions and rehearsals. Our Musical Director will decide when you're sufficiently proficient in the current repertoire to become a full member and appear on stage in concert.

Isn't it a lot of work?

Being a member does take commitment and learning the repertoire will take time and a lot of effort. As a member you'll normally be expected to achieve a 85% attendance at rehearsals and concerts. Of course, we recognise that many people have very demanding jobs or may work shifts, and allowances are made for this when it comes to attendance.

Are there any costs involved?

The Pelenna Valley Male Voice Choir charges a membership fee of £15.00 a month payable by Bank Standing Order. Sheet music needs to be purchased as required.

On stage we wear various uniforms ranging from dress suits to choir shirts and trousers, depending on the occasion. As a choir we try to subsidise the cost and to obtain grants where possible.

Occasionally, we are lucky enough to go away for weekends and even tours abroad. The costs of these trips vary and they may be subsidised by the choir.

How can I get involved "behind the scenes"?

The choir is run by a committee of the members elected at the annual general meeting at which the musical director, deputy, accompanist, choir president and vice presidents are also appointed. In addition, there are non-committee administrative jobs, to do with the day-to-day running of the choir, which are carried out by members.