A founder member of the Welsh Association of Ladies Choirs, Cefn Hengoed Ladies Choir was formed in 1947 by the then Headmaster of Derwendeg Primary School, Mr Iestyn Evans and the village Ladies Club. 2012 will be the choirs 65th anniversary, making it one of the longest running choirs in South Wales. The choir is proud of its past, and is looking forward to an even brighter future. Our music is of many styles, languages and genres, and is constantly being updated. We are always very busy learning new repertoire and re-learning old favourites. We are three part choir from a variety of backgrounds. Those who read music, and those who don’t, in education, employed and retired. We are inter-generational, with several mother/daughter pairs and a very wide age range - currently 17 - 87 years old! The choir has performed throughout Wales and the UK and toured Spain in May 2009. We perform regularly in Chapels, Churches, Schools and Community Halls and have premiered new work. We enjoy inviting guest artists and performances with other choirs. We are always delighted to welcome new members. To commemorate the Choirs anniversary, as well as our usual engagements, the choir will be holding a Gala Concert at Lewis Girls’ School, on Saturday 29th September 2012. The choir will be performing a major piece of work, with an orchestra and professional soloists, along with our favourite songs, old and new. Click here to view our brochure. If you have ever thought of joining a ladies choir - now is the time!! ’