The promise of Hollywood is the latest development in a surprising year for the 60-year-old Fron’ Choir. But the story that intrigued film bosses doesn’t begin in just the last whirlwind year. The choir has been steeped in Welsh tradition with tales of friendship seeing them through many trials and tribulations. Hailing from the tiny town of Froncysyllte in the beautiful vale of Llangollen, the 67-member choir has always been the cornerstone of a close-knit community, and now faces worldwide stardom. Formed in the aftermath of World War II to promote neighbourly goodwill, the choir has grown in numbers, confidence and quality from their humble beginnings in 1947 when many of the members were still coal miners. John Hughes Roberts, chairman of the North Wales Association of Male Voice Choirs congratulated Froncysyllte Male Voice Choir. He said: “It’s a great achievement for a Welsh choir to bring male choral singing to the forefront of the entertainment scene in an age of karaoke entertainment. “This is good news for all of us involved in male voice choirs in Wales. Above all, my hope is that it will inspire more young men to join us and keep this wonderful tradition alive and vibrant. I wish Froncysyllte Choir every success.” The Fron’s debut album, Voices Of The Valley, is due to be released on November 20, going head-to-head with the UK’s most anticipated boyband revival, Take That. The album has a moving mix of traditional songs (Jerusalem, Danny Boy and Abide With Me) and new arrangements of popular tunes (Sailing, Unchained Melody and You Raise Me Up). The choir will have some task to rival Daniel Glatman’s other boy band. The four members of Blue have sold over 7m albums and 4m singles. | 
