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HISTORY OF THE CHOIR

 

The Corran Singers were formed in 1994 by members of the disbanded St Clears Deanery Choir. They were people who loved choral singing - if there were people around who liked to listen, so much the better.  The choir met in the local church every Thursday and held concerts and regular events raising funds for various charities.

 

In January 2003, the Musical Director Mrs E Jameson resigned, and the accompanist Mrs Heather Jenkins took the choir in hand for a period of six months alone. During this time the choir became confident in singing with music to accompany them and their confidence grew very quickly.  In September 2003 the choir took on a new accompanist, Mrs Ann Harry, who, together, with the musical director and the choir, all work really well together and a great time is had by all. The choir is fortunate to have a very efficient librarian who organizes all the music and ensures the smooth running of all events.

 

In October 2004 the choir celebrated their tenth anniversary holding a Grand Concert at the New Millennium Hall, which was supported by many local artistes.

 

In October 2005, the choir went on their first choir tour to Pipriac, in Brittany, which was very successful. Singing in Pampont Abbey and Pipriac Church the choir received standing ovations in both venues. Soloists who travelled to Brittany to support the choir were Bass Baritone, Ian Evans, Soprano, Jodie Warlow, and Tenor Clive Edwards, who all regularly help the choir out when holding fundraising ventures.

 

Over the years the choir has gained and lost members. Membership currently stands at 48 - 12 men and 36 ladies. More men are always welcome!  New members also welcome. In the 14 years of the choir's existence this philosophy has remained unchanged - they sing for the joy of singing, they give their services free of charge and have raised thousands of pounds for charitable causes along the way.

 

Singing to a wide range of audiences throughout South West Wales the choir has built up a very varied repertoire.  Aiming to appeal to all ages their music ranges from  the “Faure - Cantique De Jean Racine”, “The Trumpet shall Sound”, a choral anthem, to songs from West End musicals and more traditional Welsh items, “Y Tangnefeddwyr”, “Gwcw Fach”  to the Teddy Bears' Picnic and the African National Anthem.

 

Although the choir is based in Laugharne, home of Dylan Thomas, members come from many of the neighbouring communities as well as the township itself. Choir members come from many walks of life and travel from a very wide area of West Wales to rehearse every Thursday evening.

 

Led for the last six years by Musical Director Heather Jenkins and accompanied by Ann Harry the choir has been on a roller coaster of success. 

 

Having produced their own CD in 2007, entitled "Every Morning When I Wake" this proved so popular that the choir  released their second CD in Nov 2008 “Every Evening at Sundown” , which is now available for sale from all choir members.

 

In October 2008 the choir made their second tour of France singing in Honfleur and Caen in Normandy. They started their trip by visiting Paris for two days and then returned to Caen where they stayed for four nights, having two concerts during that time.

 

Leading up to the tour the choir has a busy time planned with two concerts for American visitors to the township of Laugharne, a concert on the 6th June, at the Millennium Hall, where they have invited the Vivace Singers from Cardiff, a professional group of young ladies, to be their main guest artistes at a Grand Concert. The school choir from Dyffryn Taf School performed at the concert, together with items from soloists. 

 

The choir held a concert during the month of August and also lead the Community Singing at the local chapel in aid of Chapel funds in September.

 

During 2008 the choir handed over Ł1000 to Air Ambulance Wales and has also helped other organisations raise funds by singing at various venues. On March 2nd the choir performed on the Tesco sponsored stage at the Cardiff Millennium Centre, Cardiff Bay. A wonderful day out was enjoyed by all which builds the team spirit of the choir during such events.

 

This year 2009, the choir have already sung at the Giltar Hotel on two occasions in Tenby, at the opening of the new hall in Red Roses, Laugharne Church and Merthyr Church all helping to raise funds for different causes. 

 

For bookings please ring: Mrs Heather Jenkins

Musical Director 01994 427908.

 

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