What's On
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| 11 Sept 2010 Sonig Live! The Muni Arts Centre, Pontypridd Presented by SONIG Youth Music Industry in partnership with The Muni Arts Centre Hugely successful gigs featuring the very best hot new acts from the emerging Welsh music scene, supported by the Muni Young Promoters Team. Tonight’s line up includes The Guns, Straight Lines and Hey!The Ticket information: The Cultural Services Booking and Information Line 08000 147 111 or book online at http://www.rct-arts.co.uk £6.00 ID will be asked for upon entry. 12 – 14 year olds MUST be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21. 12 Sept 2010 Tonyrefail Classic Car Show and Family Fun Day Tyn y bryn Park, Tonyrefail 11am - 5pm This year’s Tonyrefail Car Show promises to be a wheely-spectacular event, with the largest-ever number of classic vehicles on display and a host of family fun to boot! The event will be filled with beautiful classic cars, family games and stalls and spectacular Birds of Prey. One of the key events in Tonyrefail’s social calendar, the Classic Car Show is always a crowd-pleaser, thanks to the attractions, especially the wide range of vehicles that arrive thanks to the Glamorgan Classic Car Club. Gates open at 11am to 5pm, where visitors can enjoy a free day out, viewing 350 cars, small funfair rides and birds of prey demonstrations. 12 Sept 2010 RCT County Show Tonyrefail Leisure Centre 1pm - 5pm People from across Rhondda Cynon Taf will compete in almost 150 show sections including open veg with categories for onions, runner beans, shallots and peas to open flower, open culinary, including winberry pie, jams and cakes; home-made wine, art and photography. This years County Show also incorporates Tonyrefail Classic Car Show Ticket information: FREE Telephone 01443 425700 or email 18-19 Sept 2010 Cordell Festival Rhondda Heritage Park, Trehafod 11am-4pm Join us in celebrating the works of the renowned author Alexander Cordell ( 1917 - 1997) in particular 'This Sweet and Bitter Earth' as we commemorate the Centenary of the Tonypandy Riots of 1910 . This FREE two day event features music, theatre, tours, Welsh crafts and food plus lots more. http://www.tonypandy2010.com/ Ticket information: Tel ; 01443 682036 Email www.rhonddaheritagepark.com 18 Sept 2010 Fireman Sam Park & Dare Treorchy Start 3.00pm The Park & Dare Live on stage in a brand new action- packed show. There’s never a quiet moment in Pontypandy with action and adventure as Sam takes to the stage with his friends in this colourful sing-along show. Recommended for ages 3 – 7 Children £11.00, Family Ticket £40.00 Ticket information: The Cultural Services Booking and Information Line - 08000 147 111 or book online at http://www.rct-arts.co.uk 18 Sept Porth Carnival Hannah Street, Porth 10.30am - 4.00pm The Carnival returns to Porth again this year, the parade will take place in Hannah Street and the theme for this year is Welsh History and Culture. Other venues to be included are: Rhondda Heritage Park, Porth Plaza, Alec Jones Day Centre and Porth RFC FREE EVENT |
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| Information Day on Carers |
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| Organised by the Rhondda Cynon Taf Carers Support Project for further information ring FREEPHONE 0808 100 1801 |
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| Trouble Shooting workshops for family and carers of children with ASD |
| In 2008, the Welsh Assembly Government launched the ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorders) Strategic Action Plan for Wales. As part of the implementation of the strategy, the Welsh Assembly Government have funded 22 regional projects across Wales. One of the projects, which was funded in the South East Wales region, centres around the provision of training for family members and carers of children with ASD. Family members and carers told us that the most frequent difficulties that they would like support and advice to manage were:
The workshops will be held locally and facilitated by a professional experienced in the subject area. The workshops will be informal, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. You will be able to contribute as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. For details of the workshop dates and venues in your area and booking forms, please Click on the following link. http://www.earlyyearsrct.co.uk/ Spaces are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis. If you would like to attend any of these free workshops, please complete the attached booking form and return as soon as possible to: Caroline Wells, Rhondda Cynon Taff Parent & Carer Network, Heddfan, Ilan Avenue, Rhydfelin, Pontypridd. CF38 1TN. Telephone 01443 668839. |
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| Ferndale Community School Adult Courses Starting September 2010 |
| Classes will run at the school every Tuesday evening from 21st September for 10 Weeks and are as follows: Digital Photography 5:30 - 7:30 Beauty 5:30 - 7:30 Computers for Beginners 5:30 - 7:30 - Please contact 01443 744000 to book for this course For more information contact: Lisa Mitchell E3+ Coordinator Ferndale Community School Tel: 01443 735987 Mob: 07825 675789 http://www.e3ferndale.co.uk |
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| Sure Start Baby Massage |
| If your child is under 9 months old and if you are interested in attending FREE baby massage sessions then come along to our Sure Start sessions. For more information just click the Sure Start logo below |
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| To book a place or for further information please contact the Surestart Team on 01443 490470/490465 |
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| Sure Start Little Ducklings |
| An aqua babies class for babies to pre schools children at Rhondda Fach Sports Centre, Tylorstown. Come and have some slashing fun with the Sure Start Team. For more information just click on the Sure Start logo below |
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| Spaces are limited so please ensure you book your place by contacting the Sure Start Team on 01443 490470/ 490465 |
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| Sure Start Weaning Group |
| If your child is under 6 months old and if you are interested in attending FREE weaning advice and support group then come along and join the Sure Start team. For more information just click the Sure Start logo below |
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| To book a place or for further information please contact the Surestart Team on 01443 490470/490465 |
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| Strengthening Families Programme |
| Strengthening Families Programme for Parents and Young People aged 10-14 years. Please click on image to enlarge |
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| For more information and a referral form please contact Nadia Rees or Emma Lewis SFP 10-14 (UK) Co-ordinators on tel: 01443 827000 |
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| - - - ON GOING ACTIVITIES - - - |
BIKES FOR HIRE AT RCT LEISURE CENTRES--- Bikes are now available for hire at Abercynon Sports Centre, Hawthorn Sports Centre, Rhondda Fach Sports Centre and Sobell Sports Centre. Costs start at £1.55 for 6 hours hire and the bikes can be hired continuously for a maximum of 7 days. All accessories provided. For hire, one form of photo ID is required so please bring your MORECARD, driving licence or passport and 1 proof of address. A driving licence, recent utility bill or bank statement are all accepted. There will soon be instructed bicycle sessions for adults who lack confidence/experience on a bike - if you are interested please leave your details with the above Sports Centres. |
| You can also contact your nearest leisure centre or pool at http://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/ |
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| A NEW START for Dwr Dâr! |
| An opportunity for families with young children to swim, play and communicate in Welsh. Dwr Dâr will be held at the swimming pool at Aberdâr every WEDNESDAY at 11.00. Adults will have to pay £2.35 but the children swim for free. For further information, contact Menter Iaith's family co-ordinator Catrin Reynolds on 07500 878289 or e-mail: For further information contact Menter Iaith Rhondda Cynon Taf 01443 407570 Menter Iaith Rhondda Cynon Taf, Llawr 1af, 9A Stryd Fawr, Pontypridd. CF44 7ES |
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| Clwb Cloncan |
| Come alomg and meet new friends, have a cuppa and chat in Welsh while your children play! For more information please click on the image below to enlarge poster. |
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| Musical Theatre Classes |
| 9.30am to 12.30 Coleg Morgannwg Llwnypia Held in the Dance Studio every Saturday morning |
| For more information please contact: RME Arts Association on Tel: 01443 687268 Email: Website: http://www.myspace.com/ |
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| Music Service |
The Music Service aims to provide all pupils with the opportunity to access quality music teaching and experiences - instrumentally, vocally, as part of the curriculum, courses, music ensembles and performances or through workshops, regardless of ethnic, social or cultural background. Monday Ponty-y-clun Primary School Llantrisant Community Wind Band (all ages and abilities welcome) 6.00pm - 8.00pm Tuesday Aberdare Girls' School (upper school) Cynon Valley Junior Brass Band (Grade 1-4) 4.15pm - 5.30pm Ferndale Community School Ferndale Children's Choir 4.15pm - 5.15pm Thursday Pontypridd High School (Albion Site, Cilfynydd) Children's choir (ages 5-11) 4.15pm - 5.30pm Youth Chorus (ages 11-19) 6.00pm - 8.00pm Jazz Band (Grade 4+) 6.00pm - 8.00pm Grade 5 Theory 4.30pm - 5.30pm Recorder Ensemble 4.30pm - 5.30pm Friday Pontypridd High School (Albion Site, Cilfynydd) Senior Samba Group (ages 11-19) 4.15pm - 5.15pm Saturday Pontypridd High School (Albion Site, Cilfynydd) All times 9.30am - 11.30am String Club (Beginners-Grade 1) Foundation Strings (Grade 1-3) Foundation Wind (Grade 1-3) Transition Strings (Grade 3-5) Transition Wind (Grade 3-5) Senior Strings (Grade 5+) Senior Wind (Grade 5+) Junior Brass Bands (Grade 1-8) Percussion Ensemble (all abilities) If you would like more information about the music service please contact us. Ty Trevithick Abercynon Mountain Ash CF45 4UQ Phone: 01443 744017 E-mail: |
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| OURBOBBY.COM |
| Find your nearest PCSO, attend your local PACT meeting a or find out what you local police officers are doing for you at: http://www.ourbobby.com or click the logo below |
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| Say Something In WELSH! |
| On: Monday Weekly Time: 19:00-21:00 At: Clwb y Bont's 'Siop Sariad' have generously agreed to host Pontypridd's first 'Saysomethinginwelsh learners group'. Refreshments are available with tea and coffee, there is also beer available as the venue entails a pub!! It will be held every Monday/Dydd Llun from 7pm to 9pm... and all lessons are absolutely FREE!! All levels of speakers from total beginners to fluent speakers are warmly welcomed to promote speaking Cymraeg and influence learning!! please click image to enlarge |
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| For further information contact Menter Iaith Rhondda Cynon Taf on: 01443 407570 Menter Iaith Rhondda Cynon Taf, Llawr 1af, 9A Stryd Fawr, Pontypridd. CF44 7ES |
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| The Feel Good Factory |
| All ACTIVITIES AT THE FEEL GOOD FACTORY UNLESS STATED OTHERWISE MONDAY Bryncynon Health Clinic 9.15am - 11.15am Drop-In Clinic for any of the following: Blood pressure checks and health screening advice. Weighing service including dietary and lifestyle advice. Family planning and fertility advice. Well woman services, including cervical smears. Advice on the menopause and on HRT. Advice on Pre Menstrual Syndrome. Men's health issues. Advice and support on quitting smoking. No appointment necessary - unless you wish to book a smear. To arrange this please call Sister Andrea Williams on 07786 544830 Drawing Class 1.00pm - 3.00pm £2.00 per session Anyone welcome. Come and enjoy two hours a week of relaxation learning to create masterpieces. Beginners welcome. Kickboxing 5.30pm - 7.00pm £2.00 per session. Shape up in a fun and friendly kickboxing class, a form of exercise suitable for children and adults. Big Cook Little Cook 6.00pm - 8.00pm FREE Spending time in the kitchen with your children can be creative and delicious. Come and join the six week Family Cooking session. If you are interested please contact Lisa and Sara on 01443 479018 At Abercynon Sports Centre 10.00am - 1.00pm Just 50p Sports Centre activities for 50+ Over 50 and want to be more active? Activities include swimming, swimming lessons,toning-tables, snorkelling, sauna, gentle aerobics, yoga, badminton and use of the gym. Football Skills At Abercynon Sports Centre 4.00pm - 5.00pm 50p per session. Calling all boys and girls age 5-11. All the basic skills such as dribbling, passing and shooting. Help your child to gain confidence and improve their skills to become the next Rooney or Ronaldo. TUESDAY Complimentary Therapies Clinic 9.30am - 2.15pm (Royal British Legion beneficiaries) Are you feeling stressed? Do you need to unwind? Do you suffer from aches and pains? If so, contact Julie on 01443 479018 and make an appointment (free of charge) Monthly Diabetes Support Group 10.00 - 11.30am Free Tots Nosh (Nutrition for the under 5s) 10.00 - 12.00am Free Do meal times with your child leave you feeling stressed and unhappy? Come and take part in our informal 6 week course about food for 0-5 year olds for loads of fun and ideas. Give your child a healthy start in life by taking them on a food adventure to last a lifetime. Credit Union 11.15am - 12.15pm Free Great value loans when you need them. Your local Credit Union are able to offer a variety of financial services including: Safe savings Sensible loans Insurance services Great value children's savings accounts Child trust funds There are also volunteering opportunities for any interested parties. Drop in for details. Tea Dance Monthly £5.00 ( Free for eligible Royal British legion) Come and join us for a 2 course meal with tea, coffee, bingo, raffles and great speakers. For those who dance there is Modern, Sequence, Latin and line dancing! Transport and disabled facilities. Walking Group 12.30pm onwards (Also on Friday 11.30am onwards) Walks in the Cynon and Taff Valleys to improve your health, see the countryside and meet other local people. People of any fitness level are welcome. FADS Counselling service 12.30pm onwards (Also Friday 10.00am - 2.00pm) Donations welcome. The counselling service is available to help you deal with a range of issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems and eating disorders. FADS also provides Auricular Acupuncture which relieves stress and cravings. To find out more and make an appointment call FADS on 01685 814900 New You - Diet and Nutrition Club 5.00 - 6.00pm £3.50 per week ( £3.00 for OAPs) 'New You for Health' is not just a diet - it's a healthier way of life. There are free cookery demonstrations and tasting most weeks. 10p of every weekly fee goes to Macmillan Cancer UK. Members are losing lots of weight, why not come along and see if this could really help you too! Eye to Eye counselling (Young people 11 to 25 years) 5.00pm - 7.00pm Free (Also Thursday evenings from 5.30pm to 7.30pm) Eye to Eye is a counselling service for young people in Rhondda Cynon Taff. All counsellors are professionals who work with a wide range of issues. Please call 01443 204 551. Look on the website www.eyetoeyewales.co.uk Children's Cheerleading Class 5.30pm - 6.30pm 50p per session A session for boys and girls age 5-11 years. The chance to learn new moves with our trained cheerleading instructor. Bring your pompoms! Sign Language Course 6.00pm - 8.00pm Working 16 hours or more per week £70 On occupational pension £50 On state pension or benefits £15 All participants have to pay a £48 exam fee. Stretch and Tone 6.30pm - 7.30pm £2 per session For all ages and abilities. Help yourself relax and improve your health through gentle exercise. Pilates 7.30pm - 8.30pm £2 per session New class starting. WEDNESDAY Baby Clinic 9.15am - 11.15am A baby drop-in clinic with the local health visitor Amanda Rossiter.Bring your baby or toddler along for weighing, development checks, information on the Healthy Start Scheme, purchase of low-cost child safety equipment and other aspects of child health and family support. For more information please contact Amanda on 01443 740058 Stay and Play 9.30 am - 11.30am (Free) A weekly stay and play session for children 0-3. Come and join us in a friendly environment, meet new people and help your child gain social and development skills with songs, stories and healthy snacks. Please contact Sarah or Lisa 0n 01443 475120 Art Class 10.00am - 12.00pm £2 per session Whether you are a complete beginner or if you have more experience of painting, come along to our art class. Cookery 12.00pm - 3.00pm (Free) Free weekly sessions with a cultural theme using fruit and vegetables that can be grown in your own garden. For more information contact Meriel on 01443 475120 Bingo At Bryncynon Community Centre 7.00pm - 9.00pm (20p entry) Everyone welcome. Make friends and win cash prizes. Refreshments are available. THURSDAY Fresh and Fruity Food Co-op 11.00am - 3.00pm (£2.50 per bag) Place your order for a fruit, salad or vegetable pack before 1.00pm Wednesday. Chair Aerobics 11.am - 12.00pm Chair aerobics is a form of exercise where participants exercise while sitting in a chair. It is normally aimed at those who are fifty plus and people with mobility problems.The class is open to all, a small fee will be charged to Non Legion beneficiaries. Floral Art (£10 registration fee and £1 per hour. Free if you are on benefits.) 12.45pm - 2.45pm The course is suitable for beginners as well as those wishing to improve their flower arranging skills. Make new friends and have fun! Fit for Life 6.30pm - 7.30pm £2 per session Get active for better health and more energy. Creative Dance 4.00pm - 5.00pm £2.50 per session Creative dance is a dance form that allows the child to express themselves freely in a fun environment which holds no boundaries. Children's Ballet Classes £2.50 per session 5.15pm - 6.15pm 3-5 year olds 6.30pm - 7.30pm 6-9 year olds Eye to eye counselling 5.50pm - 7.30pm See Tuesday for details. FRIDAY Complimentary Therapies Clinic 9.30am - 3.00pm Therapies on offer include reflexology, aromatherapy, sports massage, reiki, Indian head massage and others. Introductory rates for the first two treatments will be £5 with an ongoing rate that is less than half the price of a normal treatment. To make an appointment or for further information please call 01443 479018 FADS Counselling Service 10.00am - 2.00pm See Tuesday for details. Walking Group 11.30am - 3.00pm See Tuesday for details |
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| Whats on in RCT |
| LEISURE & SPORT IN RCT Click image to enlarge. |
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| Please click the link below for a full range of actvities in your local leisure centre: http://www.whatsonrct.co.uk/ |
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| GET COOKING |
| National Federation of Women's Institute-Wales is delivering a series of FREE Get Cooking courses, which aim to teach young parents basic food preparation skills, ways of obtaining a varied healthy diet on a low budget and demonstrate that the basic preparation of food, cooking and eating can be enjoyable. This 6 week course is available to all parents with school age children and runs once a week for 2-3 hours. Courses can be held at any time during the day or evening and crèche facilities may be available. The project is funded for 2 years. |
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| For further information contact NFWI Wales Office on 02920 221712 |
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| MUNI ARTS CENTRE |
| The Muni Arts Centre, Gelliwastad Road, Pontypridd CF37 2DP 01443 485934 |
| For details on events available at the Muni Arts Centre and throughout RCT click the following website link: http://muni.rct-arts.org/ |
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| Prams and Mams |
| An exercise class which meets weekly in Aberdare is helping mums shift the post-pregnancy pounds. Prams and Mams is run by an award-winning instructor and organised by Rhondda Cynon Taf's Support To Access Recreation Scheme (STARS) team. The class involves a walk around the park, pushing baby in the pram, with regular stops to tighten and tone muscles. Stephanie Williams of Aberdare, mum to Bradley aged four and Kian, 13 months, has been going to the class for just over a year. In that time she has lost an incredible three stone, with a combination of push and tone exercises and a slimming class healthy eating plan. "I'd recommend the class to all mums. It gets you up and out of the house and it's great to exercise while the baby enjoys the fresh air," said Stephanie. "I've made a lot of new friends and we've all got lots of things in common with having babies of similar ages. If I had to pick the best thing about the class I'd say it's how toned you become from attending regularly." Stephanie is now expecting her third baby and is hoping to be back at class soon after her new arrival is born. Class instructor Suzi Hopkins has just won the Group Exercise Leader award at the International Fitness Showcase in Blackpool. "After having a baby, mothers can feel isolated and self esteem may drop. Prams and Mams is a great workout with no childcare worries and being outdoors with other mums is an excellent mood lifter!" said Suzi. Nicola Matthews, Rhondda Cynon Taf's STARS Co-ordinator, said: "We are proud of Suzi's achievements and would like to congratulate her on her success at the IFS awards. It is great for the ladies at Prams and Mams to have the benefit of her experience, expertise and also her example as a very active mum!" |
| The class takes place at Aberdare Park café from 10:30am. For further information, please call the STARS Team on 01685 874323 |
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| RCT TIGERS FC. |
| Disability Football Club For children and young people who like to play football. Training every Saturday 12.00pm - 1.00pm (under 12's) 1.00pm - 2.00pm (over 12's) At Hawthorn Leisure Centre, Rhydyfelin, Pontypridd The team now play friendly matches and play in a FAW Disability festival league on a monthly basis. RCT Tigers are also looking for senior players to develop an over 16's squad. Cost: £2.50 per session |
| Visit the Tigers Club Website for more information, reports, profiles and pictures of recent matches/festivals: www.clubwebsite.co.uk/rcttigersfc |
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| TEN PIN BOWLING |
| RCT Panthers is an After School Tenpin Bowling Club for Children with Disabilities. This is a brand new club formed to help improve activity, socialising and general health among children with various disabilities. The group meet every Tuesday at 5.30pm at Bowlplex, Parc Nantgarw, near Cardiff. Special bowling rates for all club members. |
| If you have any questions or would like to more information please contact: Steve on 0560 344 1890 (local rate call)/07590 539817 or e-mail Rhondda ASD Bowling Group meet on the first Tuesday of every month at 6.00pm at Rhondda Bowl, Tonyrefail. The group have a bowling session followed by a meal. If you would like further information please contact: Karen Norris on Tel: 07515 270503. |
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| Gwasanaeth Cerdd |
| Nod Gwasanaeth Cerdd y Sir yw rhoi cyfle i ddisgyblion Rhondda Cynon Taf i gyd i fanteisio ar addysg gerddorol o safon ac elwa ar brofiadau yn offerynnol ac yn lleisiol -a'r cyfan yn rhan o'r cwricwlwm - drwy ensemblau cerddorol, perfformiadau neu weithdai, waeth beth fo'u tras, neu gefndir cymdeithasol neu ddiwylliannol. Llun Ysgol Gynradd Pont-y-clun Band Chwythbrennau Cymuned Llantrisant (croeso i bob oedran a gallu) 6.00pm - 8.00pm Mawrth Ysgol y Merched, Aberdâr (adran uchaf) Band Pres Cwm Cynon - Iau (Gradd 1-4) 4.15pm - 5.30pm Band Pres Cwm Cynon (Gradd 4+) 4.15pm - 5.30pm Ysgol Gyfun Glynrhedynog Côr Plant Glynrhedynog 4.15pm - 5.15pm Iau Ysgol Uwchradd Pontypridd (Safle Hen Lofa'r Albion, Cilfynydd) Côr y Plant (5-11 oed) 4.15pm - 5.30pm Côr leuenctid (11-19 oed) 5.30pm - 6.30pm Band Jazz (gradd 4 ac uwch) 6.00pm - 8.00pm Gwaith Theori Gradd 5 4.30pm - 5.30pm Ensemble Recorders 4.30pm - 5.30pm Gwener Ysgol Uwchradd Pontypridd (Safle Hen Lofa'r Albion, Cilfynydd) Grwp Samba Uwch (11-19 oed) 4.15pm - 5.15pm Sadwrn Ysgol Uwchradd Pontypridd (Safle Hen Lofa'r Albion Cilfynydd) 9.30am - 11.30am bob tro Clwb y Llinynnau (Dechreuwyr - gradd 1) Cerddorfa Linynnau - Sylfaen (gradd 1-3) Cerddorfa Chwythbrennau - Sylfaen (gradd 1 -3) Cerddorfa Linynnau Drawsradd (gradd 3 - 5) Cerddorfa Chwythbrennau Drawsradd (gradd 3-5) Cerddorfa Linynnau Uwch (Gradd 5 ac uwch) Cerddorfa Chwythbrennau Uwch (Gradd 5 ac uwch) Bandiau Pres Iau (Gradd 1-8) Ensemble Offerynnau Taro (pob safon) I gael rhagor o fanylion ynglyn â Gwasanaeth Cerdd y Sir, cysylltwch â ni. Gwasanaeth Cerdd Rhondda Cynon Taf Ty Trevithick Abercynon Aberpennar CF45 4UQ Ffôn: 01443 744017 Ebost: |
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