About Us...

Dunvant Male Choir enjoys the distinction of being the oldest continuous serving choir in Wales. It was formed in 1895 by a group of miners, steelworkers and quarrymen from the membership of the local Ebenezer Congregational Chapel. It was initially called the Ebenezer Excelsior Male Voice Choir, but as its membership grew, its name was shortened to the current Dunvant Male Choir (Côr Meibion Dyfnant in Welsh). It is the archetypal Welsh Choir that sprung naturally out of the community and the mould of the time.

We are delighted to welcome new choristers, whether experienced or complete beginners: You do not have to be a trained singer or be able to read music; all you need is to enjoy singing and be willing to learn. Assistance is given in learning the choir repertoire by the provision of CDs and assistance from a fellow chorister who will act as a mentor. Look out for our "Open Rehearsal Nights" where you can meet up, sing and have fun with the choir.

The strong body of Patrons helps to provide the financial support, which is needed to sustain a large organisation like the Dunvant Male Choir. We will continue with the policy of presenting a Patrons Concert of quality, variety and excellence.

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Dunvant Male Choir celebrate the unique achievement of having provided over 120 years of contiuous choral music since 1895. (We've no remaining founder members!)

We've represented Village, City, Region and Principality at home and abroad with pride and distinction.

Where is Dunvant?
Dunvant is a small village situated some five miles west of Swansea on the South coast of Wales, at the gateway to Gower, Britains first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1956.

(Again we "helped them celebrate" the AONB 60th Anniversary in July).

In spite of its small size the village of Dunvant has boasted one of the finest choirs and one of the finest rugby clubs in Wales.

Choir Philosophy
Dunvant Male Choir pursues the philosophy that music, above all else, is a communicable happiness, and although local surnames dominate, local pride supports and nurtures it. The singing like all great Welsh choirs excels with adrenaline flowing free, be it in the polyphonic intricacies of Benjamin Britten or the compelling surge of the great Welsh Hymns.

Music is a language enjoyed by all people at all levels.

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