Ar hyn of bryd mae'r cynnwys hwn ar gael yn Saesneg yn unig.
Ar hyn of bryd mae'r cynnwys hwn ar gael yn Saesneg yn unig.
Ar hyn of bryd mae'r cynnwys hwn ar gael yn Saesneg yn unig.
hyrwyddo a dathlu cerddoriaeth Cymru
promoting and celebrating the music of Wales
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To celebrate St David’s Day 2026, Tŷ Cerdd presents Tapestri, a collection of short films capturing the spirit of 15 musical groups across the length and breadth of Wales. Tapestri weaves the vibrant story of Welsh music today.
Premiering on Sunday 1 March 2026, the films will be broadcast on AM, the digital home for the arts in Wales and on tycerdd.org. Shot during January 2026 by award-winning filmmaker Meinir Siencyn, the films offer an intimate look at the music being created today and the importance of such groups to communities across the country.
From a choir formed by refugees and asylum seekers to traditional folk ensembles, and from a brass band to a triple harp collective, from male voice choirs to a free-improvisation group, Tapestri proves that the sound of Wales is more diverse than ever before.
The groups in Tapestri are:
Most of the featured groups operate bilingually, performing in both Welsh and English, and several other languages are spoken and included in performances by the groups too, including Arabic, Hindi, Marathi, Yoruba, Turkish, Ido, Medumba, Punjabi, Creole, Tigrinya. Among the groups is a choir bringing the joy of singing to those living with dementia and their loved ones, another is tailor-made for those living with Parkinson’s, and two ensembles champion learning-disabled musicians.
Tapestri is made possible thanks to Welsh Government’s St David’s Day 2026 Fund, which is supporting projects across Wales in celebration of our heritage, culture and values. The fund aims to make St David’s Day 2026 the most memorable yet.
Ayan Cymru
A diverse group of performers and creatives collaborating across music, dance, and theatre.
Canfod y Gân (Discover the Song), Canolfan Gerdd William Mathias
A groundbreaking project by William Mathias Music Centre in partnership with Gwynedd Council. Canfod y Gân (Discover the Song) create inclusive and collaborative music. The focus is on participation, personal expression and connection.
Côr Meibion Llanymddyfri / Llandovery Male Voice Choir
A community choir whose main objective is to advance people’s appreciation of male choral music in Wales, by presenting concerts to local people, organisations, and charities.
Cymdeithas y Delyn Deires / Welsh Triple Harp Society
A group of friends who meet to play and share melodies on the traditional Welsh harp.
Dance for Parkinson’s, Llandudno Junction
A dance group for the Parkinson’s community who meet weekly to feel the benefits of creative movement, live harp music and good chat with tea and cake.
Ffidil Fawr
Fiddle weekend, celebrating the fiddle tradition in Wales. Bringing together over 100 people to learn, share and celebrate the fiddle in Wales.
Forget-Me-Not Chorus, Cardiff South & Vale
A group that supports those living with and alongside dementia through the power of shared song.
LLiFT
An inclusive community group giving individuals the opportunity to play or just experience freely improvised ensemble music on a regular basis in North Wales. LLiFT is an opportunity to explore wider interdisciplinary approaches to experimental music-making.
Panedeni
A unique musical ensemble fusing the Welsh – Paned – "a cup of tea" with Adeni tea from Yemen. Celebrating multicultural music, expanding horizons.
Philomusica Aberystwyth
Aberystwyth’s community symphony orchestra, formed in 1972, including students and members of the local community of all ages.
Seindorf Beaumaris Band
Based in Beaumaris town, Anglesey, Seindorf Beaumaris are a band rooted in the community, proud to be ambassadors for the town and the island.
Sesiwn Werin Chapter Folk Session
An open folk session by the bar at Chapter, Cardiff, giving the opportunity to play, sing and dance and engage in traditions from Wales and beyond.
South Wales Gay Men’s Chorus
A vibrant, inclusive choir based in Cardiff. Bringing together people who love to sing, no matter their musical background.
Wales One World Choir
A community arts project celebrating the voices of people from around the globe. Based in Cardiff.
Zebra Cactus
A ten-piece Welsh supergroup with DIY spirit and a punk attitude – brought together by Tŷ Cerdd’s Bwthyn Sonig project for learning-disabled musicians.
Watch Tapestri on AM and on tycerdd.org from Sunday 1 March 2026.
