More Than Music
Founded in 1979, the Vancouver Welsh Men’s Choir has grown from a small group of Welsh expatriates into a diverse, welcoming community of men from all walks of life. While our roots are Welsh, we embrace men from every background and generation—whether you’re 25 or 85, new to singing or experienced.
We understand that men face unique challenges in today’s world: pressure to stay strong, difficulty expressing emotions, and modern isolation. In our choir, we’ve discovered music’s power to heal, connect, and strengthen the human spirit. Singing together creates a safe space where men find genuine connection, combat loneliness, and support each other through life’s moments.
“For our predominantly senior membership, this is more than a pastime—it’s almost a lifeline.” — Member
Alison Nixon, Music Director
Raised in Edinburgh, Scotland, Alison studied violin at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music, Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, and the International Menuhin School of Music in Switzerland. There she met her husband Darryl, who brought her to Canada as a young bride.
“Choir Directing is an extraordinary alchemy of open hearted love of both music, and those I direct. I am incredibly privileged to work with the hearts and minds of choir members.”
Over her extensive career, Alison has conducted men’s, women’s, and mixed choirs, directing almost all major choral works while remaining stirred by both simple folk songs and complex contemporary pieces like Lauridsen. She also serves as Music Director at North Shore Unitarian Church and teaches violin on the North Shore and her home community of Bowen Island.
Miri Lee, Accompanist
Known online as PianistMiri, Miri is an award-winning concert pianist, sought-after teacher and accompanist, and in-demand wedding musician on piano, harp, and pipe organ. She captivates global audiences by performing Billboard Hot 100 hits by ear, infused with classical virtuosic flair.
Streaming live on YouTube and Twitch every Friday to Sunday at 3PM PST, PianistMiri draws from her vast repertoire of 5,000+ songs, sight-reading effortlessly and taking requests on the spot. A master of all genres, she brings every performance to life with skill, heart, and spontaneity.
Excellence with Heart
As an auditioned choir, we maintain high musical standards while creating an atmosphere of fellowship and joy. We present traditional and contemporary choral music with the unique resonance of male voices in four-part harmony, reflecting our Celtic heritage—from cathedral solemnity to pub camaraderie—while embracing diverse musical traditions.
We believe in the power of music to connect hearts, bridge differences, and create moments of pure human connection. We’re more than a choir—we’re a family united by harmony, strengthened by fellowship, and dedicated to sharing the transformative power of song with our community.
