Competitions
Since our formation in Autumn 2001, our commitment to continual improvement has led us to recognise the value of entering choral competitions. Here is our record, with adjudication summaries:
2011 International Musical Eisteddfod, Llangollen
Male Choir Competition - First Place
"A very comfortable, smooth, clean choral sound, without force; consistent and disciplined... very effective... very secure and musical performance."
Chamber Choir Competition - Third Place
"You have good range of colour, good blend, and a natural sense of ensemble and rhythm"
2011 Cheltenham Competitive Festival
Male Choir Class - First Place
Chamber Choir Class - Second Place
2010 Bath Choral Festival
Male Voice Section - First Place
Chamber choir Section - First Place
2008 Jersey International Choral Festival - Winners (Male Choir competition)
Wessex won the Male Choir class at the 2008 Jersey International Choral Festival
2008 Cheltenham Choral Festival - Gold Cup Winners
Wessex won three classes in the 2008 Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts, plus the coveted Gold Cup for the outstanding choir of the festival.
2006 International Musical Eisteddfod, Llangollen - Second Place
"An exciting and attractive performance, with good balance and quality, producing a gorgeous sound with great control and a demonstration of a real love of singing"Wessex also achieved the highest mark out of all the UK Male Choirs in 2006 at Llangollen.
2006 Bath Choral Festival
Male Voice Section - First Place
"Very good choir ! You rose to the challenges in your first piece with a strong, vibrant performance... fine vowel projection and diction with successful chording...well done !"
"Rhythm was first class and blend again impressive"
Sacred Music Section - First Place
"Diction was very good as was blend and balance...plenty of vigour. First class ensemble and dynamic shading"
2004 International Musical Eisteddfod, Llangollen - Third Place
"Very fresh, lively sound, good atmosphere, clear lines, effects well shaped, good control. Crisp rhythm... very correct singing with good blend and understanding"
2003 Cheltenham Choral Festival - First place
"The choir sang with precision and skill. Every detail was totally unanimous, compelling and performed with great energy"