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0:00:17 > 0:00:20- Hello and welcome - to Tuesday's edition of Heno.
0:00:20 > 0:00:22- During the next 30 minutes...
0:00:22 > 0:00:26- ..the musician and DJ, Griff Lynch - joins us to reminisce about Maes B.
0:00:26 > 0:00:29- We also discuss this year's - National Eisteddfod gigs...
0:00:29 > 0:00:31- ..as they celebrate 20 years.
0:00:31 > 0:00:35- Griff, you would also like to hear - about other people's thoughts.
0:00:35 > 0:00:39- We want to hear your stories - from over the last 20 years.
0:00:39 > 0:00:42- We're glad to help so get in touch - if you have any memories.
0:00:42 > 0:00:45- Elliw Mair has been in touch - with her memories of Maes B.
0:00:46 > 0:00:48- Elliw recalls - lying a tent full of water...
0:00:48 > 0:00:52- ..at the Vale of Glamorgan in 2012 - due to a storm during the night.
0:00:52 > 0:00:56- Ffion Evans Humphreys once sprinted - back to her parents' caravan...
0:00:56 > 0:00:59- ..as she stayed out too late after - going to Maes B in Swansea 2006.
0:01:00 > 0:01:03- You can share your memories via - our Facebook and Twitter pages.
0:01:03 > 0:01:07- I'm sure that Gerallt remembers the - first Eisteddfod gig in Bala in '97.
0:01:07 > 0:01:09- I don't know about 1997.
0:01:10 > 0:01:14- But as someone said about the 1960s - - I may or may not have been there.
0:01:14 > 0:01:17- I don't remember a lot about Maes B!
0:01:17 > 0:01:21- I've spent the day at Yr Ysgwrn - which is the home of Hedd Wyn.
0:01:21 > 0:01:24- The visitor centre - officially opens here.
0:01:25 > 0:01:28- We also hear from world-famous - opera singer, Rebecca Evans.
0:01:29 > 0:01:35- The rugby star, Sir Gareth Edwards - also reveals why he is so excited.
0:01:35 > 0:01:39- I feel like a child opening my - presents on Christmas morning.
0:01:39 > 0:01:42- Hello, I'm Rebecca Evans.
0:01:43 > 0:01:48- Tonight, I'll be chatting to Llinos - about the opera, Der Rosenkavalier.
0:01:54 > 0:01:57- We start tonight's programme - by heading back to Trawsfynydd.
0:01:57 > 0:01:59- The local area has joined forces...
0:01:59 > 0:02:03- ..to celebrate the reopening - of one of Wales' most famous homes.
0:02:03 > 0:02:05- Good evening, Mari.
0:02:06 > 0:02:16- Welcome to Yr Ysgwrn - near Trawsfynydd.
0:02:16 > 0:02:26- There's a great cafe at the visitors - centre.
0:02:26 > 0:02:29- It was a busy morning here today.
0:02:30 > 0:02:33- Pupils from Ysgol Morgan Llwyd - in Wrexham...
0:02:33 > 0:02:36- ..were the first to see Yr Ysgwrn - at its official opening.
0:02:36 > 0:02:40- It was a busy day for those who work - at the former home of Hedd Wyn.
0:02:40 > 0:02:44- You'd go to the farm place - when you come inside to keep warm.
0:02:44 > 0:02:49- The fireplace was important and - you couldn't do a lot without it.
0:02:49 > 0:02:54- Hedd Wyn was just one of thousands - killed in the Great War...
0:02:54 > 0:02:57- ..and 34 men were from Trawsfynydd.
0:02:57 > 0:03:00- Thousands of men in Wales - were killed...
0:03:01 > 0:03:05- ..and Hedd Wyn acts as a reminder - of all those lost lives.
0:03:05 > 0:03:11- What was in your mind as you greeted - the pupils from Ysgol Morgan Llwyd?
0:03:13 > 0:03:16- I was a little anxious - that it would all run smoothly...
0:03:16 > 0:03:21- ..but it was wonderful to show the - Year 9 pupils where Hedd Wyn lived.
0:03:22 > 0:03:27- It gave me a warm feeling to open - the door to them once again.
0:03:29 > 0:03:32- I knew a little bit - about Hedd Wyn...
0:03:32 > 0:03:37- ..but have learnt a lot more - after visiting his home.
0:03:37 > 0:03:40- I've learnt why Hedd Wyn went to war - and a lot of other things...
0:03:41 > 0:03:44- ..such as his story - before going to war.
0:03:44 > 0:03:48- There's also details - of how and why and when he died.
0:03:48 > 0:03:53- Today, I'll remember all that we - learnt about Hedd Wyn's family...
0:03:54 > 0:03:56- ..and his life before the war.
0:03:57 > 0:04:01- It was interesting to see - the Black Chair...
0:04:01 > 0:04:04- ..because Hedd Wyn - didn't get to sit in it...
0:04:05 > 0:04:07- ..but he won it whilst at war.
0:04:12 > 0:04:19- It's wonderful to see so many - young people visiting Yr Ysgwrn.
0:04:19 > 0:04:25- Yes, and the house - has changed considerably.
0:04:25 > 0:04:29- They removed all the furniture - and took it to South Wales...
0:04:29 > 0:04:33- ..and some spiders joined them - for a holiday!
0:04:33 > 0:04:35- I never saw them again.
0:04:36 > 0:04:41- It has changed a lot.
0:04:41 > 0:04:43- There's still a roaring fire.
0:04:43 > 0:04:46- Yes, and it's the best fire - I've seen.
0:04:52 > 0:04:56- Following years of planning - and developing...
0:04:56 > 0:05:00- ..it's great to reopen - the door at Yr Ysgwrn.
0:05:00 > 0:05:04- I hope the door will remain open - and the welcome is just as warm...
0:05:04 > 0:05:09- ..as it always has been by - Yr Ysgwrn family over the years.
0:05:21 > 0:05:24- I'm joined by Naomi Jones.
0:05:24 > 0:05:31- Keith is from Friends of Yr Ysgwrn.
0:05:31 > 0:05:41- This place held hay.
0:05:43 > 0:05:51- The machinery has been removed.
0:05:51 > 0:05:58- There are some - fantastic resources here now.
0:05:59 > 0:06:04- There's a visitors centre now.
0:06:05 > 0:06:13- You'll get a warm welcome there.
0:06:13 > 0:06:22- What does this development mean for - the area?
0:06:22 > 0:06:30- It's something positive.
0:06:30 > 0:06:40- This is certainly welcomed.
0:06:45 > 0:06:55- We are familiar with Hedd Wyn - and his poetry.
0:07:00 > 0:07:10- You have helped created these books.
0:07:11 > 0:07:20- I had a pleasure of working on them.
0:07:20 > 0:07:28- There's a welcome for everyone here.
0:07:29 > 0:07:32- Thank you, Gerallt.
0:07:32 > 0:07:35- For thousands of Wales' - young people...
0:07:35 > 0:07:39- ..the summer means just one thing - - Maes B at the National Eisteddfod.
0:07:39 > 0:07:42- The first Maes B was seen - at the Eisteddfod in Bala in 1997.
0:07:43 > 0:07:48- At the 2003 Eisteddfod in Meifod, - the campers endured a heatwave.
0:07:48 > 0:07:53- We all have our own special memories - of the iconic Maes B!
0:07:59 > 0:08:02- I've got some breaking news.
0:08:03 > 0:08:06- One of the regular performers - at Maes B is breaking up.
0:08:06 > 0:08:10- Maes B Eisteddfod, - give a warm welcome to Y Bandana!
0:08:11 > 0:08:15- # But the poison - still flows through the chain
0:08:16 > 0:08:17- # Break all links #
0:08:17 > 0:08:21- I'm fed of Maes B, - camping and sleeping in a tent.
0:08:22 > 0:08:26- # The poison still - flows through the chain
0:08:26 > 0:08:30- # Turn your back on the voices - you bring you down #
0:08:36 > 0:08:38- This year, Maes B - is celebrating 20 years.
0:08:38 > 0:08:43- Radio Cymru would like to hear about - your memories and recollections.
0:08:43 > 0:08:47- Tonight's studio guest can't wait - to hear and record all your stories.
0:08:47 > 0:08:50- Griff Lynch, welcome to the studio.
0:08:50 > 0:08:59- A pleasurable task for you, Griff.
0:08:59 > 0:09:09- Maes B is 20 years old.
0:09:10 > 0:09:20- I'm working on a radio show about - the past 20 years.
0:09:23 > 0:09:28- I'm searching for stories - that are suitable to air!
0:09:28 > 0:09:38- I want the public to get in touch.
0:09:39 > 0:09:49- You have performed at Maes B and on - other stages.
0:09:55 > 0:10:05- I've been at Maes B as a punter - and as a musician.
0:10:12 > 0:10:21- You get to see bands with - a great sound and the crowds.
0:10:21 > 0:10:31- There's professionalism - among the bands.
0:10:34 > 0:10:43- It's also great to performs - to thousands in the crowds.
0:10:43 > 0:10:52- People have been in touch with their - stories already.
0:10:53 > 0:11:02- Some stories aren't suitable.
0:11:02 > 0:11:09- The heatwave in Meifod was - memorable.
0:11:09 > 0:11:19- There are some memorable gigs too.
0:11:20 > 0:11:27- Everyone has their own story.
0:11:27 > 0:11:36- The stories are unique.
0:11:36 > 0:11:46- This is a programme - for the listeners.
0:11:55 > 0:11:59- The aim with Maes B now is to get it - on the same level...
0:12:00 > 0:12:10- ..as other festivals.
0:12:10 > 0:12:20- We want it to be - like Reading and Leeds.
0:12:23 > 0:12:32- There's a 360 dome at Maes B this - year.
0:12:33 > 0:12:38- We will film the Maes in a 360 - format.
0:12:38 > 0:12:42- There's also an igloo!
0:12:43 > 0:12:45- That's all for this part - of the programme.
0:12:45 > 0:12:49- After the break, we'll chat to - the opera singer, Rebecca Evans...
0:12:49 > 0:12:52- ..and the legendary Welsh - rugby player, Sir Gareth Edwards.
0:12:53 > 0:12:54- I'm very nervous.
0:12:54 > 0:12:58- I feel like a child opening - my presents on Christmas morning.
0:12:58 > 0:13:01- A lot of other famous singers - have played the role.
0:13:01 > 0:13:05- It's a tough golf course - and stops you getting big-headed!
0:13:05 > 0:13:07- I don't wear much - during the first act.
0:13:08 > 0:13:12- I'm dressed in black stockings, - a white bodice and pantaloons!
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0:13:22 > 0:13:24- Welcome back.
0:13:24 > 0:13:29- The musician, Griff Lynch has been - sharing his memories of Maes B.
0:13:29 > 0:13:32- You've also been in touch with - your recollections of the gigs.
0:13:33 > 0:13:36- Megan Tudur remembers the first - Maes B at the Bala Eisteddfod.
0:13:36 > 0:13:40- There was only a campsite but people - flocked there at night to perform.
0:13:40 > 0:13:46- It was a significant change to the - custom of singing hymns in the town.
0:13:47 > 0:13:50- Bethan Angharad Mair - recalls the tent ripping...
0:13:50 > 0:14:00- ..having tried to squeeze - eight people into a two-man tent!
0:14:08 > 0:14:18- These are the type of stories - I am searching for.
0:14:18 > 0:14:22- Tomorrow, the Lions will face - the Auckland Blues in New Zealand.
0:14:22 > 0:14:26- The team, captained by Ken Owens, - have been preparing for months.
0:14:26 > 0:14:29- I'm sure the former Lions, - Sir Gareth Edwards...
0:14:29 > 0:14:32- ..will be watching - tomorrow morning's game.
0:14:32 > 0:14:36- However, it was golf - that was on his mind last week.
0:14:39 > 0:14:44- The golf course at the Celtic Manor - has hosted many world-class events.
0:14:45 > 0:14:48- This includes the Ryder Cup in 2010.
0:14:48 > 0:14:52- Sir Gareth Edwards has organized his - special golfing event once again...
0:14:52 > 0:15:00- ..and there's not one, nor two, - but three reasons to celebrate.
0:15:05 > 0:15:10- I started this ten years ago - when I was 60.
0:15:11 > 0:15:17- I'm now 70 and it's 50 years since - winning my first cap for Wales...
0:15:17 > 0:15:25- ..so I've got a golfing day with - players from all sorts of sport...
0:15:25 > 0:15:31- ..to enjoy this glorious course - with me.
0:15:31 > 0:15:36- I feel like a child opening - my presents on Christmas morning...
0:15:36 > 0:15:41- ..as I see all these players - and people again.
0:15:41 > 0:15:47- You're a skilled rugby player but - are you any good on the golf course?
0:15:47 > 0:15:50- I'll answer that by saying - I don't know yet!
0:15:50 > 0:15:53- The most important thing - is that we all have fun.
0:15:53 > 0:15:56- You won't reveal your handicap.
0:15:56 > 0:15:58- You won't reveal your handicap.- - No.
0:16:03 > 0:16:07- Over the years, the Sir Gareth - Edwards' Charity Golf Day...
0:16:07 > 0:16:11- ..held at the Twenty Ten Club - has raised money for many charities.
0:16:11 > 0:16:14- He's invited many friends - to help the cause.
0:16:14 > 0:16:20- It's a fun day so I doubt anyone - is feeling competitive!
0:16:20 > 0:16:25- Gareth is incredible and a childhood - hero so I like to support him.
0:16:25 > 0:16:29- The sun is coming out...
0:16:29 > 0:16:33- ..and I'm looking forward to a round - of golf on this Ryder Cup course.
0:16:33 > 0:16:39- We'll have to wait and see - if my golf skills are any good.
0:16:39 > 0:16:44- Some of the lads are great players - with excellent handicaps.
0:16:44 > 0:16:47- Some are better - than their handicaps!
0:16:48 > 0:16:52- Zinzan, Swanney and the other lads - are very competitive...
0:16:52 > 0:16:54- ..and will get some great scores.
0:16:54 > 0:16:59- Most of the guys - are pretty competitive.
0:16:59 > 0:17:03- We are a little bit older but - the competitive streak hasn't died.
0:17:03 > 0:17:07- The flame is still burning!
0:17:09 > 0:17:14- I didn't play very well last time - from the first tee.
0:17:14 > 0:17:20- I don't see the point in joining - the lads at the driving range.
0:17:20 > 0:17:24- Gareth said about going to hit - a few balls.
0:17:24 > 0:17:29- Everyone agreed and we jumped up and - I'm here to go and have a practice.
0:17:29 > 0:17:36- We've been told to be assembled here - at 11.45am for the de-briefing.
0:17:36 > 0:17:41- It means we're not going to do it - so we'll just rely on natural skill.
0:17:42 > 0:17:46- It's the tenth anniversary, - 50 years since Gareth's first cap...
0:17:46 > 0:17:50- ..and his 70th birthday so they had - to celebrate with some cake...
0:17:51 > 0:17:57- ..and some champagne too!
0:17:57 > 0:18:04- Gareth and team did some celebrating - but how were the other teams?
0:18:07 > 0:18:09- We're having a laugh.
0:18:09 > 0:18:15- I don't think we're taking it - as seriously as the other teams.
0:18:15 > 0:18:19- It's very good - and I've had two pars.
0:18:19 > 0:18:22- I've only played seven holes - but it's a tough golf course.
0:18:23 > 0:18:25- It stops you getting big-headed!
0:18:26 > 0:18:28- You're walking - as opposed to taking a buggy.
0:18:29 > 0:18:33- I need to lose some weight somehow - and I'd better go so ta-ra!
0:18:33 > 0:18:35- Good luck.
0:18:35 > 0:18:37- But how's Gareth getting on?
0:18:38 > 0:18:42- I've played better but we've had - a lot of fun in some great company.
0:18:42 > 0:18:46- There's been plenty of food - and drinks at each hole...
0:18:47 > 0:18:51- ..which probably didn't help - the cause but it's wonderful.
0:18:52 > 0:18:55- It's more about the taking part - than the winning!
0:18:55 > 0:18:59- Yes, it's the Olympic Ideal - of taking part.
0:18:59 > 0:19:01- Believe that - and you'll believe anything!
0:19:12 > 0:19:17- The WNO stages the Richard Strauss - comedy, Der Rosenkavalier in German.
0:19:17 > 0:19:22- The world-famous Welsh opera star, - Rebecca Evans is performing in it.
0:19:22 > 0:19:27- Llinos enjoyed a chat with her - at the Wales Millennium Centre.
0:19:32 > 0:19:37- I'm amongst the backstage hustle and - bustle at the Millennium Centre...
0:19:37 > 0:19:40- ..with the soprano, Rebecca Evans.
0:19:40 > 0:19:45- Rebecca, thanks for the opportunity - to chat to you.
0:19:45 > 0:19:48- Welcome to this humble - dressing room.
0:19:49 > 0:19:54- It's a wonderfully busy space - where you get your make-up done.
0:19:54 > 0:20:02- I'm nearly ready to go on stage - and Sian is working hard.
0:20:02 > 0:20:05- I've performed this opera - many times.
0:20:05 > 0:20:09- ..but it's the first time that - I've played Princess Marschallin.
0:20:10 > 0:20:15- It's a complicated part - and it's been difficult to learn.
0:20:15 > 0:20:20- However, I've thoroughly enjoyed - the rehearsals during this month...
0:20:21 > 0:20:24- ..and learning the part - for the six months prior to that.
0:20:24 > 0:20:28- We've had some fantastic times.
0:20:41 > 0:20:45- It's an iconic operatic role.
0:20:46 > 0:20:50- Yes, lots of famous singers - have performed in this role...
0:20:50 > 0:20:56- ..including Kiri Te Kanawa, - Dame Anne Evans and Gwyneth Jones.
0:20:56 > 0:21:02- She performed all over the world - including Munich and Covent Garden.
0:21:02 > 0:21:06- Her portrayal of Marschallin - has become infamous.
0:21:06 > 0:21:11- It's an honour to perform in this - role with the Welsh National Opera.
0:21:11 > 0:21:15- Yes, it's a privilege - to be here in Cardiff...
0:21:15 > 0:21:19- ..as I live in Penarth - which is within walking distance.
0:21:19 > 0:21:22- It's great to be back - with the company too.
0:21:22 > 0:21:25- Tell us about the story - and your character.
0:21:25 > 0:21:33- I'm a princess who's having - an affair with a seventeen-year-old.
0:21:33 > 0:21:39- I'm 32 years old in the opera - and married to the Field Marshal.
0:21:40 > 0:21:46- I don't have much to do, except - from fall in love with Octavian.
0:21:46 > 0:21:52- Unfortunately, Octavian - falls in love with someone else.
0:21:53 > 0:21:57- She's young - and much more beautiful than me.
0:22:05 > 0:22:11- The costumes are fantastic.
0:22:11 > 0:22:15- The costumes are fantastic.- - They are very glamorous.
0:22:15 > 0:22:19- I don't wear much - during the first act.
0:22:19 > 0:22:25- I'm dressed in black stockings, - a white bodice and pantaloons!
0:22:25 > 0:22:27- It's a rather risky look.
0:22:27 > 0:22:33- It's a rather risky look.- - You've sold the opera to everyone!
0:22:33 > 0:22:37- You've performed on famous stages - all over the world...
0:22:37 > 0:22:42- ..so how does it feel to be back - on the Millennium Centre's stage.
0:22:42 > 0:22:46- It's always an honour - to perform here in Wales.
0:22:46 > 0:22:52- I'll be under lots of pressure - as many friends will come to see me.
0:22:52 > 0:22:59- They always enjoy and are supportive - when I perform in a new role.
0:23:00 > 0:23:03- Are you looking forward - to the performance?
0:23:03 > 0:23:06- Yes, but I'm rather nervous.
0:23:06 > 0:23:10- It's a long opera - that lasts over four hours.
0:23:10 > 0:23:15- It involves lots of singing so I - can't push myself in the first act.
0:23:15 > 0:23:25- I must ensure that I save myself - for the famous trio at the end.
0:23:28 > 0:23:33- Rebecca, thanks for the chat and - good luck with your performance.
0:23:33 > 0:23:35- Thanks for coming to see me.
0:23:41 > 0:23:43- Good luck to her.
0:23:44 > 0:23:47- Tonight's studio guest - has been Griff Lynch.
0:23:47 > 0:23:52- Griff wants to hear your memories - and tales of the Eisteddfod Maes B.
0:23:53 > 0:24:02- You've got a song coming out.
0:24:02 > 0:24:10- Yes, it's a series of singles.
0:24:10 > 0:24:14- They are coming out over the summer.
0:24:14 > 0:24:23- They are electronic.
0:24:24 > 0:24:27- There'll an EP in the autumn.
0:24:27 > 0:24:32- The programme about Maes B airs a - week before the National Eisteddfod.
0:24:32 > 0:24:35- Join us tomorrow - for Fancy A Fortune?
0:24:36 > 0:24:39- It's goodnight from me and Griff.
0:24:40 > 0:24:40- .