# Event Details - **Event Name**: An Evening of Welsh Music and Song - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: An Evening of Welsh Music and Song to Support Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod The Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod is delighted to announce a special fundraising concert taking place on Friday 8 May 2026, celebrating the richness and spirit of Welsh musical tradition. This unique evening will feature the acclaimed male voice choir Meibion Marchan, renowned for their powerful sound and deeply expressive performances. They will be joined by an outstanding line-up of soloists: celebrated harpist Angharad Huw, soprano Branwen Medi Jones, and internationally respected tenor Rhys Meirion, who will also guide the evening as compère. Bringing together some of Wales’ finest musical talent, the concert promises an evening of warmth, artistry and national pride, with a programme that reflects both the heritage and continuing vitality of Welsh music. The concert will take place in the hall within the iconic Llangollen Pavilion — a setting at the heart of the Eisteddfod site, offering an intimate and atmospheric concert experience within one of Wales’ most recognisable cultural venues. Proceeds from the concert will directly support the work of the Eisteddfod, helping to sustain its mission of bringing together performers from across the world in a spirit of peace, friendship and cultural exchange. As the festival continues to evolve and grow, events such as this play a vital role in ensuring its future and expanding its reach. Artistic Director Dave Danford said: “This concert is a celebration of the extraordinary musical talent we have here in Wales, and a reminder of the deep cultural roots that underpin the Eisteddfod. We are incredibly grateful to these artists for supporting the festival in this way, and we look forward to welcoming audiences for what promises to be a truly special evening.” Audiences can expect an uplifting and memorable experience, combining choral excellence, virtuosic instrumental performance, and some of Wales’ most beloved vocal repertoire. Tickets are now available via Llangollen.net Noson o Gerddoriaeth a Chân Gymreig i Gefnogi Gerddorol Ryngwladol Llangollen Mae'n bleser gan Eisteddfod Gerddorol Ryngwladol Llangollen gyhoeddi cyngerdd codi arian arbennig a gynhelir nos Wener 8 Mai 2026, yn dathlu cyfoeth ac ysbryd traddodiad cerddorol Cymru. Bydd y noson unigryw hon yn cynnwys y côr meibion ​​clodwiw Meibion ​​Marchan, sy'n enwog am eu sain bwerus a'u perfformiadau mynegiannol dwfn. Byddant yn cael eu hymuno gan restr ragorol o unawdwyr: y delynores enwog Angharad Huw, y soprano Branwen Medi Jones, a'r tenor uchel ei barch yn rhyngwladol Rhys Meirion, a fydd hefyd yn arwain y noson fel arweinydd. Gan ddod â rhai o dalentau cerddorol gorau Cymru ynghyd, mae'r cyngerdd yn addo noson o gynhesrwydd, artistigrwydd a balchder cenedlaethol, gyda rhaglen sy'n adlewyrchu treftadaeth a bywiogrwydd parhaus cerddoriaeth Cymru. Cynhelir y cyngerdd yn y neuadd ym Mhafiliwn eiconig Llangollen — lleoliad yng nghanol safle'r Eisteddfod, gan gynnig profiad cyngerdd awyrgylchol yn un o leoliadau diwylliannol mwyaf adnabyddus Cymru. Bydd elw'r cyngerdd yn cefnogi gwaith yr Eisteddfod yn uniongyrchol, gan helpu i gynnal ei chenhadaeth o ddod â pherfformwyr o bob cwr o'r byd ynghyd mewn ysbryd o heddwch, cyfeillgarwch a chyfnewid diwylliannol. Wrth i'r ŵyl barhau i esblygu a thyfu, mae digwyddiadau fel hyn yn chwarae rhan hanfodol wrth sicrhau ei dyfodol ac ehangu ei chyrhaeddiad. Dywedodd y Cyfarwyddwr Artistig Dave Danford: “Mae'r cyngerdd hwn yn ddathliad o'r dalent gerddorol ryfeddol sydd gennym yma yng Nghymru, ac yn atgof o'r gwreiddiau diwylliannol dwfn sy'n sail i'r Eisteddfod. Rydym yn hynod ddiolchgar i'r artistiaid hyn am gefnogi'r ŵyl fel hyn, ac edrychwn ymlaen at groesawu cynulleidfaoedd am yr hyn sy'n addo bod yn noson wirioneddol arbennig.” Gall cynulleidfaoedd ddisgwyl profiad codi calon a chofiadwy, gan gyfuno rhagoriaeth gorawl, perfformiad offerynnol meistrolgar, a rhai o repertoire lleisiol mwyaf annwyl Cymru. Mae tocynnau ar gael nawr drwy Llangollen.net - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/llangollen/an-evening-of-welsh-music-and-song/200029926258125 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, concerts, live-music, festivals, art, performances, nonprofit, charities - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Llangollen - **state**: WA - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, Royal International Pavilion, Abbey Road, LL20 8SW Llangollen, United Kingdom - **lat**: 52.97336 - **long**: -3.17538 - **full address**: Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, Royal International Pavilion, Abbey Road, LL20 8SW Llangollen, United Kingdom, Llangollen Pavillion, Abbey Road, Llangollen, LL20 8TJ, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: An Evening of Welsh Music and Song - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/2e1ab9ac0e09f7efcfdf00fee46b8d9be5f6f366cd6d9685e811b65275a526c0-rimg-w1200-h1697-dcf82e75-gmir?v=1775891183 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is An Evening of Welsh Music and Song being held? - **A:** An Evening of Welsh Music and Song takes place on Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, Royal International Pavilion, Abbey Road, LL20 8SW Llangollen, United Kingdom, Llangollen Pavillion, Abbey Road, Llangollen, LL20 8TJ, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing An Evening of Welsh Music and Song? - **A:** An Evening of Welsh Music and Song is organized by Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** An Evening of Welsh Music and Song is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Llangollen, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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