After a quiet February we had a busy fortnight at the beginning of March. On March 1^st we sang at the Woodman, Blackpill as part of their St. David’s Day celebrations. Although staging the choir was difficult we managed to squeeze in by the bar in the hope that everyone could hear. We sang two groups of items and were given some refreshments and a free ‘pint’ for all the boys.

The next day we sang a lunchtime recital in the first floor main hall at Fulton House, Swansea University. There was a good mix of students, staff and visitors present and we are told that many people stayed to listen, as there were no tables available at one stage for anybody wishing to eat! Again refreshments were provided after the singing by Les Carmichael’s team and they were excellent. Thanks to Les for organising the event.

On March 10^fed we went on our travels to Penybont, near Llandrindod Wells. We sang at the Village Hall in aid of the Welsh Air Ambulance. The evening was compared by Phillip Gayther and also taking part were Christine Burbridge (soprano) and Gareth Davies (tenor) who hail from Crickhowell. They sang a number of solos and duets of varying styles. We sang very well and were well received and also had many comments about our varied repertoire, which was enjoyed by all. The evening was organised by Lynda Price and it was announced that over £1,900 was raised by the event. After the concert we were treated to a buffet in the Severn Arms, next door to the hall, and many stayed overnight in the Commodore Hotel l, Llandrindod Wells.

We have secured the services of Joshua Mills, baritone and Andrew Millard, violin for our Annual Concert which will be held at All Saints Church, Oystermouth on Saturday June 23^rd. Tickets will be available from choir members and it is advisable to obtain them before the evening to avoid disappointment.

Two of our members, Frank Quinn and Roy Wood, have decided that they can no longer commit to the choir. This is always disappointing, but we know that they have both left for good reasons. Frank is not enjoying the best of health and Roy finds that he is often away in London on Tuesday evenings, with work commitments. He also intends to move to the Cheltenham area in the future. However, a number of new probationary members have started with us during February and March, so hopefully we will see a further increase in our numbers in the next few months. It also lead to us having 52 singers in rehearsal on March 27th.