Three Welsh music stars will join more than 20,000 singers from around the world for the Côr World Choir at Cardiff's Principality Stadium in 2027. The guest artists performing with the choir will be former Catatonia lead singer Cerys Matthews, singer-songwriter and BBC Radio Wales presenter Bronwen Lewis, and international harpist and composer Catrin Finch.
Star-Studded Line-Up for Landmark Concert
The three performers will be accompanied by the BBC National Orchestra of Wales for what is expected to be a celebration of music on Sunday, May 9, 2027. Côr World Choir builds upon Cardiff's tradition of hosting World Choir concerts, with organisers aiming to assemble the largest choir ever gathered in Wales. The programme will span Welsh, classical, contemporary and international music.
Cerys Matthews said: "Can't wait to hear the power of the Côr in the stadium, it will set Cardiff alight!" Bronwen Lewis added: "I'm so excited to be a part of The Côr World Choir concert in May 2027. Most of my family are choristers, so I was brought up around the music of choirs – there's simply no other sound like it. It will be so special to feel the power of our voices together at this special event in one of the best stadiums in the world. I wrote a song in my teens called Gwlad y Gân all about my love of Wales and its music, and as I'm now a part of the Land of Song festival – it feels like a lovely, full circle moment for me."
A Homecoming for Catrin Finch
Catrin Finch was among the featured soloists at the original 1993 World Choir concert in Cardiff, making her participation in the 2027 event a homecoming. She said: "I have very fond memories of the original World Choir concert in Cardiff. It was an extraordinary experience to be part of something that brought so many voices together and it is wonderful to see that spirit returning. Wales has a very special relationship with singing and I'm delighted to be part of an event that celebrates that tradition."
Ben Lewis, CEO of Young Voices and Côr World Choir, said: "Cerys, Bronwen, and Catrin are three of Wales' most iconic artists and we're thrilled to have them join us for Côr World Choir 2027. It's especially wonderful to welcome Catrin back after she performed at the 1993 concert, the last time it was held in Cardiff. Each brings their own unique musical journey, so to witness them perform alongside this choir will make for a truly unforgettable evening."
Part of the Land of Song Festival
Côr World Choir is part of the Land of Song Festival, a celebration of music and Welsh culture set to take place in Cardiff in May 2027. Andrea Bocelli will headline the Principality Stadium on Saturday, May 8, marking his first headline concert in Wales, before Côr World Choir takes centre stage the following day. Further guest artists are to be revealed in the coming weeks and months.
Choir registrations for Côr World Choir are still open, with ensembles encouraged to take part. The registration fee is £150 per choir, with no additional charges for individual choir members.
