Our MD Andrew Protherough‑Jones shares why Bydd Myrdd o Ryfeddodau is one of his favourite pieces — a hymn with a powerful story that travelled from Wales to Patagonia and became a symbol of resilience, memory and community. Every time BMVC sings it, Andrew says the room changes: the emotion, the unity, the pride.  For Andrew, BMVC isn’t just a choir. It’s a team, a family, a place where anyone can grow in confidence and enjoy the magic of singing together.

From the Royal Albert Hall to the 25th year Royal Air Ambulance Gala at the Celtic Manor, Blaenavon Male voice choir(bmvc.org) has had a year of unforgettable performances.

The event with Prince William in attendance, proved to be an amazing night. Chorister Geraint York talks about the choir and whats is like to perform on the worlds best stages If you’ve ever wanted to be part of something bigger…

If you’ve ever wanted to sing, laugh, travel, and make lifelong friends… BMVC is waiting for you.

From performing American Trilogy at the Royal Albert Hall to leading rugby songs during his playing days in North Wales,

Steve started playing for Wrexham RFC 1st team in 1968 and played for 20 years, captaining them for 4 seasons.  Also played for North Wales against many touring teams including Tonga and Romania.

Steve Barrett brings a unique mix of musicality, humour, and Welsh rugby spirit to BMVC.

His story shows exactly what makes our choir special — friendship, confidence, and the joy of singing together.

If you’ve ever thought about joining a male voice choir, this is your moment. No auditions. No pressure. Just turn up.

Seven months. That’s all it took for Trev to go from first rehearsal to performing Myfanwy at the Royal Albert Hall. He’s thrown himself into choir life, made new friends, and discovered a passion he didn’t know he had.

This is what BMVC offers — big moments, big voices, big camaraderie.

And we’re looking for new members. If you can talk, you can sing. Just turn up.

👉 Interested? Drop us a message and join the choir.

Nigel Webb brings a lifetime of Welsh passion to BMVC. A former rugby player for Newport, Cardiff and London Welsh, Nigel even played against New Zealand, carrying the grit and camaraderie of the sport straight into choir life.

His favourite piece is Gwinllan a Rhodfilist, a song full of Welsh pride and emotional depth. Nigel says it reminds him of everything he loves about Wales — heritage, strength and community.

He’s become a valued part of the choir, sharing stories, lifting spirits and bringing his trademark energy to every rehearsal.

👉 Thinking of joining? Come along to a rehearsal — your voice belongs here.

Andrew Davies is BMVC’s main fluent Welsh speaker, and his passion for the language has become a gift to the whole choir. In the run‑up to the Royal Albert Hall, Andrew created multiple pronunciation guides, helping every chorister feel confident and connected to the music.

His dedication earned him Chorister of the Year 2026, a recognition of his commitment, kindness and leadership.

Born is Ireland, Gerard Cunningham’s story is one of sheer determination. When he first joined Blaenavon Male Voice Choir, he wasn’t just learning new music — he was learning a new culture, a new community, and even a new language.

What stands out most is how he stuck with it: week after week, rehearsal after rehearsal, pushing himself to master Welsh pieces like Ar Lan y Môr while refining the emotional clarity of The Water Is Wide. Gerard isn’t simply a tenor with a bright, lyrical tone; he’s someone who shows what commitment can achieve.

Chris is one of the choir’s most reliable basses — a calm, grounding voice at the heart of Blaenavon Male Voice Choir. Since joining, he’s embraced the music, the camaraderie and the tradition that make BMVC what it is.

In this video, Chris shares how singing Y Tangnefeddwyr has become a meaningful part of his journey. The piece’s quiet beauty and deep Welsh harmony reflect exactly what he brings to the choir: steadiness, warmth and a commitment to doing things well.

Chris’s story shows that you don’t need years of choral experience to thrive here — just the willingness to turn up, learn, and be part of something bigger.