A Message from our President

(Welsh Translation … Cyfieithiad Cymraeg)

Hello,

As a member of the Choir since its inception in 1995 and its President since 2010, I can honestly say that it has been an honour and privilege to have watched and participated in its growth and progression through the years. With a small membership of choristers of mainly Welsh origin at the outset, wearing just white shirts with matching ties as a uniform, the membership grew quite quickly with diversity as a key element. Today we use three different uniforms, depending on the occasion and boast a membership which spans many cultures. With Welsh still rooted at the core, the repertoire has also grown to also include such languages as Latin, French, Italian, Ukrainian, Afrikaans and of course, English imparted by way of operas, folk songs, Canadian traditional, pop, musicals and more. In the Welsh tradition, all songs are “off book” ie. without the use of sheet music.

The Choir has also grown by way of reputation, delighting audiences from Ontario to Alberta, British Columbia, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, some northern U.S. states and the U.K. with additional travel plans always in the works. It has performed at such diverse venues as Carnegie Hall supporting world renowned Welsh baritone, Bryn Terfel, at Roy Thomson Hall as part of the 2008 Olympic bid and in its early days was a finalist in the CBC’s Choral Festival. So you can tell very quickly that to be a member becomes a lifetimes journey.

I encourage you to attend one of our concerts, meet the members, attend an afterglow (usually held at a local pub!!) and experience the sheer joy of our musicality. Consider becoming a member for which age is not a barrier. At one point our youngest member was 16 and our oldest 96 years of age.

Singing is reportedly good for ones’ health as are laughter and having fun, all of which combine when you either listen to us live or on one of our many CD’s or download songs from one of the digital platforms. Better still, become a member!

Thank you and best wishes,

Graham Parker
President
TWMVC

A Message from our Artistic Director

The role of Music Director is a very important one. Week in, week out, over many years, gradually developing and working with various personalities all to create a unified voice and identity. Its role is underscored by a sense of musical priority and perspective, a deep understanding of one another and the music we perform, a trust and exchange with the public. It is a kind of work where the goal is never the performance of the year but the gradual crescendo and certain construction of something that can only be fully appreciated with hindsight.

I cannot help but feel incredibly fortunate to be part of this amazing group of singers and organization. As an open, non-auditioned choir, and Welsh “hwyl” in our step, the TWMVC is built on the core philosophy that music is a gift for everyone. At the same time, our mission of engaging and enriching our diverse communities through high-quality, memorable performances is something we all take very seriously, and I am constantly impressed by the capacity of our singers to rise to the occasion, and live up to the challenges set before them. Our collective hope is that our songs leave you with a mark — one that has touched your heart, mind or spirit, and stays with you forever. As we prepare a variety of choral song year over year, we genuinely hope you continue to support us and share your experience of your time with the choir with your friends and neighbours.

Together, let’s continue to keep the beat don’t ever let it end.

William Woloschuk
Artistic Director
TWMVC

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