The Gwalia Singers
(Swansea)
 
 
 

The Gwalia Ladies/Gwragedd Gwalia 

Wives and partners of the choir members meet about four times a year.  They arrange fundraising activities and social events to support the choir.  It is not an elected committee, everyone who wants to offer their support is most welcome.

Ladies’ Social Lunch - Norton House,Mumbles   12/06/25

A delightful Ladies’ Social gathering and lunch in Norton House.  A great opportunity to meet up with new and old friends.A most enjoyable occasion!  Diolch i bawb!

Good to hear that Gwalia’s old keyboard has been donated to the Linden Centre, West Cross for good use with many deserving causes. Rhian Liles, accompanist, Is delighted with the new version given her!




Ladies social/meeting - Tuesday 6th May, 2025

A good turn-out on a lovely evening!  Many thanks! - and a warm welcome to Hannah Estell who joined us!  Very much a social gathering/meeting with a welcome drink for us all!

There was some discussion on administration, and feedback on the St Peter’s Concert with Cirencester. The main focus was the upcoming Patron’s Rehearsal next week on Tues.13th and Annual Concert on June 14th.  The ladies will contribute in both helping with ticketing, programme sales, raffles, refreshments etc.

Future events are the Ladies’ Lunch on June 12th, Curry Evening on July 4th, Annual Quiz on October 17th and Christmas Concert at the Scout/Guide Hall on December 16th.

Funds were discussed and it was decided to contribute to the purchase of a new keyboard for Rhian Liles, Gwalia’s long-serving, incredible accompanist!

Thank-you Chairman Rob for a quick update in the Choir’s break to keep us informed of arrangements and plans. Much appreciated!

Our next social gathering/meeting will be Tues. September 9th.  All welcome! Croeso i bawb!  

Ladies Meeting - Tuesday,1st April, 2025

An important meeting to review past events and plan future fixtures. We also congratulated and discussed with Rob Walters, Gwalia’s new Chairman who informed us of a new committee and some new ideas and arrangements for the Choir.We look forward to the remainder of the year, and as always doing our best to support them.
   
Future events noted:

            *Ladies’ Lunch-Norton House,June 12th 2025

            *Curry Evening with entertainment-Clyne Golf Club, July 4th 2025

            *Quizz night-Holy Cross Church,West Cross, October 17th tbc

            *Ladies’ Carol evening-Scouts/Guides Hall,Brynmill, December tbc

            *Next Ladies’ Meeting-Lynden Centre,West Cross,May 6th 2025


All welcome to join us and give a helping hand! Croeso i bawb!


To Wendy Gadd and family.


We are deeply saddened with the passing of our much-loved friend and Chorister, Roger Gadd, on January 29th,2025 after an illness courageously borne. A very popular and talented member of Gwalia, with a keen interest in Music and Male Voice. He will be sadly missed by all but fondly remembered for his many wonderful attributes.  Our deepest condolences to Wendy and family at this difficult time.



To Pam Sutton and family.


Our deepest condolences at the sad passing of dear Lawrence!  You’re all very much in our thoughts-and we send our love at this very difficult time!

Gwragedd Gwalia/Ladies’ Evening Concert.  Scout/Guide Hall, Brynmill - December 10th, 2024

There was much to organise for the annual Ladies’ Evening Gwalia Concert.Lists were prepared of duties-buffet, drinks, raffle tickets and gift requirements etc in previous meetings,and all was set out in the Hall and kitchen early afternoon.

Gwalia delighted the audience with a mixed repertoire of songs in the first half-and there was a poignant rendition of ‘Benedictus’ followed by a ‘minute’s silence’ in honour of their much-loved fellow chorister, Lawrence Sutton, who sadly passed away last week. The up-beat ‘Five Foot Two’ was a great first performance and encouraged high spirits and relaxation. The audience also enjoyed their carol-singing participation before the interval.

Mike Phippen,the Deputy Chairman introduced the second half with a tribute to former President Mr. Geoff Wheel, for his wonderful commitment to Gwalia for many years,and donated £11,030 to Janet Fisher, MND South West Wales,in his honour.

The Choir then continued with their Christmas spirit and songs-and the audience enjoyed more carol-singing participation.  The evening concluded with a delightful buffet for all-and all necessary clearing tasks were undertaken in the Hall and kitchen.  It was a lovely evening!Noson hyfryd-a diolch yn fawr!  We look forward to next year’s!


Ladies’ Social Quizz Evening
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Friday,October 18th,2024

A good attendance at Holy Cross Church for the Quizz Evening.Tough competition amongst the groups-but an evening of socialising and good fun!  Many thanks to Robert,Roger and Wendy the Quizzmasters, and all who supported the event!Much appreciated!  Diolch yn fawr!

Gwragedd/Ladies’ Meeting - 17/09/24

A good attendance in the meeting with many still recovering from the Sardinia trip!  Thank you!  A number of forthcoming Autumn events in which we are involved were discussed i.e

*Social Quiz Evening - 18/10/24 in Holy Cross Church, West Cross

*MND Concert - 09/11/24 in Tŷ Coch College, Sketty

*Annual Carol Concert - 10/12/24 in the Scout’s Hall, Bryn Road

Also, having heard the Treasurer’s Report it was agreed that the Ladies would finance transport for the Choristers to the prestigious Principality Stadium Rugby Event on 17/11/24

Our next meeting is arranged for 19/11/24 in the Linden Centre.  We hope to see a good turn-out for the Social Quiz Evening in Holy Cross Church Hall on October 18th! Who are the clever ones amongst us??  Croeso cynnes i bawb!


Gwalia Choir visit to Sardinia - September 6-13  (more photos)

Many of us Ladies were delighted to accompany the Choir to Sardinia.  We thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful performances - and other highlights e.g. Craig’s Hawaiian outfit outshone all others!  But seriously so proud of everyone’s hard work and commitment!  Hope our support is helpful too!


A huge ‘thank you’ to Alan and all organisers!  Diolch yn fawr!  Benissimo!


Cinio'r Gwragedd / Ladies Lunch - Thursday,June 27,2024 - CVlyne Golf Club.

A lovely lunch at Clyne, and an opportunity to socialise and enjoy.  Thank you,Liz for organizing - diolch yn fawr!  We look forward to future events in the Autumn. The ‘Barbecue’ is,unfortunately cancelled due to commitments.

Hwyl am y tro!

Gwalia Ladies Committee

Croeso nawr i Wendy Gadd! A warm welcome to Wendy Gadd as Chairperson!  Other responsibilities are held by Liz Brent/Secretary, Maria Bengeyfield/Treasurer, Delyth Reed/Ladies’ Website.  Many thanks  to Jan Davies as former Treasurer for all her hard work and efficiency.We’re all here to help and support!  We’d also appreciate any other Gwalia Ladies/Gwragedd Gwalia who can offer a helping hand.