Long Service Awards

Four members of the choir were presented with framed certificates to honour Long Service Membership. Choir Chairman Gareth Evans presented the awards at the recent annual general meeting before a packed hall of fellow choristers.

Former shopkeeper Wyn Davies of Graigwen, Pontypridd, has been associated with the choir for more than 30 years but due to broken service was awarded his 21 year certificate this year. During his time with the choir he rapidly rose to the position of tenor soloist and his outstanding voice was heard at hundreds of concerts and on numerous EMI recordings when he performed a wide variety of solo items.

Alwyn Lewis of Dunraven Street, Treherbert joined the choir in 1987. The father-of-two now a retired aircraft engineer, was the first to coin the phrase ‘you can’t buy this” when reflecting on the wonderful opportunities he’s enjoyed as a member of the choir.

Local electrician Stuart Hill, of Conway Road, Cwmparc was the third member of the 1st tenor section to receive the honour. The father-of-four joined the choir in his early twenties.

Finally Gareth Evans of Porthcawl, who joined the 2nd Bass section in 1987, and has been the chairman of the choir since 2005, was presented with his certificate from choir Vice-Chairman Dennis Lethbridge.

Ken Simcox of the 2nd tenor section was also awarded Life Membership in recognition of 35 years combined service.

Picture L-R Wyn Davies, Gareth Evans, Alwyn Lewis, Ken Simcox and Stuart Hill.