Action Arts Group: Risca Male Choir
Christ The King Church, Thornbury
Founded in 1970, Risca Male Choir has established an enviable reputation with its diverse performance styles and trendsetting programmes. Competition successes have included gaining the Male Choir of the year, winning the Welsh Choral challenge shield, the National Eisteddfod, the bronze medal from the Malta International Choral Competition, being Male Choir winners of the International Choir Festival of Jersey amongst many more.
They have travelled extensively to perform in Europe and the USA. Besides presenting many pieces by contemporary Welsh composers including Beowulf and Grendel, composers Verdi and Beethoven have featured in their repertoire.
In an additional item, soloist Aaron Holmes sings, accompanied by Nigel Davies.
This heartwarming and uplifting performance takes place on Saturday 20th September 2025, 7.30pm at Christ the King Church, Castle Street, Thornbury.
Tickets £15 from AAGThornbury@gmail.com or 01454850933. Drinks will be available to buy. Any funds made will go to the local foodbank. For further information, the choir has a detailed and fascinating website, www.riscamalechoir.co.uk.
