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0:00:18 > 0:00:23- Hello and welcome to Heno - on the International Day of Peace.
0:00:23 > 0:00:27- Events have been held worldwide - to mark the day.
0:00:27 > 0:00:31- Our cameras were in Caernarfon - and we'll find out more later.
0:00:32 > 0:00:34- Also on the programme...
0:00:35 > 0:00:40- ..we meet Macsen Toogood who's eight - and suffers from a kidney condition.
0:00:41 > 0:00:46- He's raised thousands of pounds - and is an inspiration to us all.
0:00:48 > 0:00:53- Canolfan Bedwyr in Bangor University - turns 20 and we'll join the party!
0:00:54 > 0:00:59- We also follow the three sisters - from Sorela as they record an album.
0:01:01 > 0:01:04- I'm joined by the musician, - Mei Gwynedd.
0:01:06 > 0:01:08- It's great to see you.
0:01:10 > 0:01:15- It must be tough to conduct a choir - who can't sing but you're doing it!
0:01:17 > 0:01:22- I'm leading the Tuneless Choir - with people who have never sung!
0:01:22 > 0:01:24- I've been pulled into it.
0:01:24 > 0:01:26- We've had two great sessions so far.
0:01:27 > 0:01:29- I look forward to our chat later.
0:01:29 > 0:01:32- Today is the International Day - of Peace.
0:01:32 > 0:01:35- It's a special day - earmarked by the United Nations...
0:01:36 > 0:01:40- ..to celebrate peace among people - and countries across the globe.
0:01:40 > 0:01:44- Special events to mark the event - were being held worldwide...
0:01:44 > 0:01:48- ..and our cameras were in Caernarfon - this afternoon.
0:01:48 > 0:01:52- Today in Caernarfon, we're marking - the International Day of Peace...
0:01:53 > 0:01:54- ..by marching through the town.
0:01:56 > 0:01:59- We're also marking 90 years since - the women's peace pilgrimage...
0:02:00 > 0:02:02- ..walked these very streets.
0:02:03 > 0:02:05- We have unveiled a slate...
0:02:05 > 0:02:09- ..and remembered - the International Day of Peace.
0:02:10 > 0:02:15- 90 years to the day, a pilgrimage - was made by women across Britain...
0:02:15 > 0:02:17- ..to Hyde Park in London.
0:02:20 > 0:02:23- The local group in Caernarfon...
0:02:24 > 0:02:27- ..decided the first meeting - would be in Penygroes.
0:02:27 > 0:02:31- A slate was unveiled earlier this - year to commemorate this event.
0:02:31 > 0:02:36- Today in Caernarfon, we're - commemorating the second meeting.
0:02:36 > 0:02:39- They were stressing - the need for peace...
0:02:42 > 0:02:45- ..and calling on nations to sit down - and talk rather than go to war.
0:02:46 > 0:02:51- It was part of the campaign to - establish the United Nations...
0:02:51 > 0:02:55- ..and showed the prominent part - women played in this work.
0:02:55 > 0:02:57- Wave your flags.
0:02:58 > 0:03:00- Raise your voices.
0:03:01 > 0:03:03- Peace not swords.
0:03:04 > 0:03:06- No to war and violence.
0:03:06 > 0:03:08- We invited local schools - to join us...
0:03:09 > 0:03:12- ..together with churches - and various other societies.
0:03:12 > 0:03:15- Everyone was happy - to be part of the day.
0:03:16 > 0:03:19- I'm sure there were 250 to 300 - people here.
0:03:19 > 0:03:23- Essentially, we're here - because we know war is wrong...
0:03:24 > 0:03:27- ..and that war endangers humanity.
0:03:28 > 0:03:33- I strongly believe that peace - is something we need to work on...
0:03:37 > 0:03:40- ..invest in and involve - into every part of our lives.
0:03:41 > 0:03:43- The call for peace is eternal.
0:03:43 > 0:03:47- We must not be complacent - or stop talking about it.
0:03:47 > 0:03:51- Today is a great opportunity to hold - hands on the Maes in Caernarfon...
0:03:52 > 0:03:55- ..a place that's seen plenty of - protest and conflict itself.
0:03:56 > 0:03:58- There is a great tradition here.
0:03:58 > 0:04:01- # Walk with faith in our song
0:04:01 > 0:04:05- # Onwards
0:04:06 > 0:04:09- # Walk onwards #
0:04:09 > 0:04:11- Thank you very much.
0:04:13 > 0:04:19- I'm sure you'd agree that today is - an important day across the globe.
0:04:20 > 0:04:24- The musician, Mei Gwynedd, - is my studio guest tonight.
0:04:26 > 0:04:30- Mei has taken on the task - of conducting a choir.
0:04:31 > 0:04:33- However, this choir can't sing!
0:04:34 > 0:04:36- Tell us more about your choir.
0:04:37 > 0:04:40- It's called the Tuneless Choir.
0:04:50 > 0:04:54- They can't sing but they have come - to learn how to sing.
0:04:55 > 0:05:00- The concept for a Tuneless Choir - originated in Nottingham.
0:05:02 > 0:05:05- A choir was created in Nottingham.
0:05:09 > 0:05:13- They wanted people - from all backgrounds...
0:05:17 > 0:05:20- ..to come together - to sing twice a month.
0:05:26 > 0:05:28- How did you get involved?
0:05:31 > 0:05:35- I haven't got a background - in choral singer.
0:05:39 > 0:05:43- I received a phone call - asking if I could do this task.
0:05:49 > 0:05:52- I didn't expect that I would be - doing it!
0:05:53 > 0:05:55- How out of tune are they?
0:06:05 > 0:06:11- I think the choir - has been marketed well...
0:06:12 > 0:06:16- ..as some of the members can sing - and others can't.
0:06:22 > 0:06:25- It's a lot to do with confidence.
0:06:37 > 0:06:40- Some haven't sung since school.
0:06:42 > 0:06:44- Music can be very therapeutic.
0:07:05 > 0:07:09- We sing for 90 minutes - and they feel great after it.
0:07:11 > 0:07:13- We all enjoy the karaoke too!
0:07:24 > 0:07:26- Can you learn to sing?
0:07:29 > 0:07:34- I think it's possible for you - to learn how to sing properly.
0:07:40 > 0:07:43- Most of the people in the choir are - able to sing a little.
0:07:44 > 0:07:46- Everyone sings at football matches.
0:07:47 > 0:07:52- When you go to matches, - you can hear that people can sing.
0:08:00 > 0:08:05- You need to sing with confidence - and like no-one is watching!
0:08:11 > 0:08:13- We just hold the sessions to enjoy.
0:08:18 > 0:08:20- It's good to have a focus.
0:08:21 > 0:08:25- The term will run until - the end of the year.
0:08:34 > 0:08:38- Some 49 people turned up - at the first session!
0:08:38 > 0:08:40- I was stunned!
0:08:50 > 0:08:53- They thought I was - a trained singer.
0:08:57 > 0:09:02- We've had two session but started to - enjoy more at the second session.
0:09:03 > 0:09:08- The choir rehearses at Aspire - Fitness, Sanatorium Road, Cardiff.
0:09:09 > 0:09:14- If you'd like to join the choir - email cardiff@tunelesschoir.com
0:09:15 > 0:09:19- You can also contact via - our Twitter and Facebook pages.
0:09:19 > 0:09:23- The Union of Welsh Independents - have a new and exciting project.
0:09:23 > 0:09:25- It's called Y Ffordd / The Way.
0:09:25 > 0:09:29- The four-year project incites - fresh and broad discussions...
0:09:29 > 0:09:31- ..about the Christian faith.
0:09:31 > 0:09:34- A series of thematic videos that - consist of views on the streets...
0:09:35 > 0:09:38- ..as well as interviews - with various church members...
0:09:38 > 0:09:41- ..ministers and theologians.
0:09:43 > 0:09:47- Y Ffordd / The Way - is a four-year video-based course...
0:09:48 > 0:09:50- ..run by the Welsh Independents.
0:09:51 > 0:09:53- Its theme is - Year of the Living Bible.
0:09:54 > 0:09:57- We are looking at the essentials - of the Christian faith...
0:09:57 > 0:10:00- ..and how we read - and understand the Bible.
0:10:00 > 0:10:04- Also, how we nurture and build a - church; all these important themes.
0:10:04 > 0:10:06- Through these DVDs and videos...
0:10:07 > 0:10:12- ..questions are posed by ministers, - theologians and normal people.
0:10:14 > 0:10:17- That's what The Way is, in essence.
0:10:20 > 0:10:23- Our website will host - all these resources.
0:10:26 > 0:10:30- There will also be pamphlets - available to download.
0:10:31 > 0:10:34- By contacting us - at Ty John Penri in Swansea...
0:10:35 > 0:10:38- ..you can obtain a copy of the DVD.
0:10:38 > 0:10:43- There are also leaflets and posters - that come with the course.
0:10:44 > 0:10:49- The course is online and open to - anyone, not just Independents.
0:10:49 > 0:10:52- It's for people - from every denomination...
0:10:52 > 0:10:55- ..and for those without a - religious or spiritual life.
0:10:56 > 0:10:59- It's a way of learning more - about the faith.
0:11:05 > 0:11:10- The launch is at Bethania Chapel, - Tumble, on 26 September at 7.00pm.
0:11:11 > 0:11:13- There's a welcome for everyone.
0:11:14 > 0:11:16- After the break...
0:11:17 > 0:11:21- ..Llinos meets a young lad - who is an inspiration to us all.
0:11:22 > 0:11:25- We also follow the three sisters - behind the folk group, Sorela...
0:11:25 > 0:11:28- ..as they record a brand-new album.
0:11:28 > 0:11:30- See you in few minutes.
0:11:38 > 0:11:40- Subtitles
0:11:42 > 0:11:44- Welcome back.
0:11:45 > 0:11:49- We enjoy hearing from viewers - and their stories.
0:11:50 > 0:11:54- Recently, David Toogood emailed us - a story about his son, Macsen...
0:11:55 > 0:11:58- ..who lives with a kidney condition.
0:11:59 > 0:12:04- Macsen is an inspiration to us all - and Llinos went to find out more.
0:12:06 > 0:12:11- I have come to Ysgol Gymraeg - Teilo Sant in Llandeilo...
0:12:12 > 0:12:15- ..to meet a very special boy - called Macsen Toogood.
0:12:16 > 0:12:21- He has been very busy raising - awareness about nephrotic syndrome.
0:12:21 > 0:12:25- He has done this by showing off - his sporting skills.
0:12:28 > 0:12:33- Macsen is an eight-year-old boy - here at Ysgol Teilo Sant.
0:12:34 > 0:12:37- He suffers - from nephrotic syndrome...
0:12:38 > 0:12:41- ..a condition which - affects the kidneys.
0:12:41 > 0:12:45- He's a lovely boy who always comes - to school with a smile on his face.
0:12:46 > 0:12:48- He always tries his very best - at school.
0:12:49 > 0:12:52- How does the condition affect - his daily life at school?
0:12:53 > 0:12:54- He has to got to Cardiff...
0:12:55 > 0:12:58- ..for check-ups and treatments - every now and again...
0:12:59 > 0:13:02- ..but it hasn't - affected his education.
0:13:03 > 0:13:07- He inspires us all - and it doesn't affect him.
0:13:08 > 0:13:12- Macsen, a little birdie tells me - you are very good at sport.
0:13:13 > 0:13:13- Is that true?
0:13:13 > 0:13:15- Is that true?- - Yes.
0:13:16 > 0:13:17- Which sports do you play?
0:13:18 > 0:13:21- Football, rugby, tennis and golf.
0:13:21 > 0:13:24- You've also started a new sport.
0:13:27 > 0:13:32- Yes, I've started to run - for Amman Valley Harriers.
0:13:33 > 0:13:36- He really enjoys all kind of sports.
0:13:37 > 0:13:39- He is a very talented sportsman.
0:13:44 > 0:13:46- A few months ago...
0:13:47 > 0:13:53- ..he represented the school at - the three-county race in Carmarthen.
0:13:54 > 0:13:57- He came third, a great achievement.
0:13:59 > 0:14:01- You've already been successful - at running.
0:14:02 > 0:14:03- Yes.
0:14:04 > 0:14:06- What have you won?
0:14:06 > 0:14:09- I was fourth in the cross-country...
0:14:11 > 0:14:13- ..and third in the Ammanford race.
0:14:14 > 0:14:18- What do you want to do - when you grow up and leave school?
0:14:19 > 0:14:21- I want to be a footballer.
0:14:22 > 0:14:24- As well as his sporting - achievements...
0:14:24 > 0:14:28- ..Macsen has been busy raising - awareness about his condition...
0:14:28 > 0:14:31- ..and raising money - for the charity, NeST.
0:14:32 > 0:14:36- He does a lot of charity work - and has so far raised 2,300.
0:14:36 > 0:14:40- Over the summer, - they will climb Snowdon.
0:14:40 > 0:14:44- Everyone at Ysgol Teilo Sant is - looking forward to hearing about it.
0:14:45 > 0:14:50- Over the past year, Macsen - has won many sporting trophies...
0:14:50 > 0:14:55- ..but he also won a bravery award - from the Carmarthen Journal.
0:14:55 > 0:14:58- Everyone at the school - were very proud.
0:14:58 > 0:15:00- He just doesn't let things - faze him.
0:15:01 > 0:15:02- He's a very level-headed child.
0:15:03 > 0:15:06- Some of the drugs he's been taking - have made him quite ill...
0:15:06 > 0:15:08- ..and he suffers from headaches.
0:15:09 > 0:15:12- But he always goes to school and - never, ever slacks off his sports.
0:15:12 > 0:15:14- It's something - he can get his teeth into...
0:15:15 > 0:15:17- ..and take him away - from the actual illness.
0:15:18 > 0:15:19- I think he's amazing.
0:15:20 > 0:15:24- His determination and attitude - towards the illness...
0:15:24 > 0:15:26- ..has been all positive.
0:15:26 > 0:15:28- It was his idea to raise money.
0:15:29 > 0:15:31- Whatever's knocked him down - has become a positive.
0:15:32 > 0:15:34- Of a child of that age, - it's inspiring to us.
0:15:34 > 0:15:36- It is.
0:15:36 > 0:15:39- He inspires us - rather than the other way around.
0:15:39 > 0:15:43- Everyone here at Ysgol Teilo Sant - are extremely proud of Macsen...
0:15:43 > 0:15:46- ..and of what he's achieved.
0:15:46 > 0:15:49- I'm sure he'll achieve - a lot more during his lifetime.
0:15:52 > 0:15:55- Since filming with Macsen...
0:15:55 > 0:16:01- ..he and his father managed to reach - the summit of Snowdon during August.
0:16:02 > 0:16:06- They raised even more money - for the NeST charity.
0:16:07 > 0:16:10- What an inspirational lad and thanks - to the family for sharing the story.
0:16:10 > 0:16:12- How is your spelling?
0:16:12 > 0:16:15- If your double 'n's cause you havoc - in the Welsh language...
0:16:16 > 0:16:19- ..the Cysill software package - could be of assistance to you.
0:16:19 > 0:16:22- It was devised at Canolfan Bedwyr - in Bangor University...
0:16:22 > 0:16:26- ..and the Welsh language centre - is celebrating its 20th birthday.
0:16:26 > 0:16:30- The centre was named in memory - of Professor Bedwyr Lewis Jones...
0:16:30 > 0:16:33- ..for his contribution to the - Welsh language at the university...
0:16:33 > 0:16:37- ..and his popular radio programme - about the meaning of placenames.
0:16:37 > 0:16:41- Celebrations will be held - during the year at the centre...
0:16:41 > 0:16:44- ..and here's a taster for you.
0:16:45 > 0:16:47- This centre is named after - Bedwyr Lewis Jones...
0:16:47 > 0:16:51- ..as he did so much - for the Welsh language.
0:16:51 > 0:16:55- The centre's initial aim was to do - as much it could for the language.
0:16:55 > 0:16:58- There were three threads - in the first business plan.
0:16:59 > 0:17:02- The first thread - was to service the university.
0:17:02 > 0:17:04- The second was to service - the public...
0:17:05 > 0:17:10- ..and the third was for schools - and other outside education sectors.
0:17:10 > 0:17:14- It's progressed into a very - important centre in Wales...
0:17:14 > 0:17:18- ..and continues to flourish under - the guidance of Dr Llion Jones.
0:17:18 > 0:17:21- It's quite apt that - we hold an open day.
0:17:21 > 0:17:23- Since our establishment...
0:17:24 > 0:17:27- ..we offered services in research - and technology for the university...
0:17:28 > 0:17:30- ..including the wider world.
0:17:31 > 0:17:35- Bedwyr Lewis Jones' concept of - servicing the wider community...
0:17:35 > 0:17:38- ..continues to be - at the forefront for me.
0:17:39 > 0:17:42- Every time I come to the centre...
0:17:43 > 0:17:48- ..I'm surprised by the enthusiasm - and devotion of the entire staff.
0:17:50 > 0:17:55- They carry out those things - that were important to Bedwyr.
0:17:56 > 0:18:04- It was an honour to cut the cake - although I was slightly anxious.
0:18:05 > 0:18:09- It looked very nice - so it was a shame to cut it.
0:18:13 > 0:18:17- We're looking forward - to the next 20 years and beyond...
0:18:18 > 0:18:22- ..with all sorts of developments - with courses and technology.
0:18:23 > 0:18:28- Our door is always open at the - centre for the general public.
0:18:33 > 0:18:36- Happy birthday to the centre.
0:18:37 > 0:18:40- Recently, at Sain Studios...
0:18:41 > 0:18:44- ..three sisters from Aberystwyth - began recording their new album.
0:18:44 > 0:18:48- Lisa Angharad, Gwenno Elan - and Mari Gwenllian are Sorela.
0:18:48 > 0:18:54- The harmonious trio sing backing - vocals for their mother Linda Healy.
0:18:54 > 0:18:59- They're very excited about the album - and we were lucky to find out more.
0:19:01 > 0:19:08- # When were one with the earth
0:19:09 > 0:19:15- # When we were one - with the wind and rain #
0:19:16 > 0:19:21- This week, we've been in Caernarfon - recording our debut album as Sorela.
0:19:22 > 0:19:26- We sang on Mam's album and one of - Yws Gwynedd's singles last year.
0:19:27 > 0:19:31- But this is our first album - and it's completely a cappella.
0:19:31 > 0:19:36- We've kept to original tracks - with lyrics and melodies by Lisa.
0:19:38 > 0:19:42- Others have penned the lyrics - and we've created the melodies.
0:19:43 > 0:19:46- Ryland Teifi wrote the lyrics - and melody for one song.
0:19:46 > 0:19:50- Our cousin, Owain wrote for us - and we did the melody.
0:19:50 > 0:19:53- There are also a few - Welsh traditional covers.
0:19:54 > 0:19:57- It's nice that we include them - as we are folk singers.
0:19:58 > 0:20:02- # Why can't we put the world - back in its place?
0:20:02 > 0:20:06- # Why can't we carry the burden? #
0:20:07 > 0:20:12- We started singing with Mam - and performed harmonies with her.
0:20:13 > 0:20:16- The first track we learnt - was Tra Bo Dau.
0:20:19 > 0:20:22- We've added it to the album - in tribute to Mam.
0:20:24 > 0:20:29- We've always sung together - and our voices come from one person.
0:20:29 > 0:20:34- Being sisters helps with timing, - tone and tuning...
0:20:34 > 0:20:39- ..and especially a cappella, - as it's a challenge to perfect.
0:20:41 > 0:20:45- # Why can't we put - all the pieces back?
0:20:46 > 0:20:51- # Our chapter in history - will be senseless #
0:20:51 > 0:20:57- We can work great together, but we - get the giggles which doesn't help.
0:20:57 > 0:21:00- Once we start to giggle, - we can't stop.
0:21:04 > 0:21:09- Hopefully, the CD will be released - before Christmas in early December.
0:21:11 > 0:21:15- We also hope to gig with the CD - during December and launch it.
0:21:17 > 0:21:22- We expect you all to buy it, - so it'll be out before Christmas.
0:21:35 > 0:21:38- Good luck to Sorela with the album.
0:21:39 > 0:21:41- We can't wait to hear it!
0:21:44 > 0:21:48- Mei Gwynedd - has been my studio guest tonight.
0:22:08 > 0:22:13- You were in our studio recently - about the Pethau Bychain project.
0:22:13 > 0:22:15- That campaign is still going.
0:22:19 > 0:22:22- Yes, I was here - about two months ago.
0:22:30 > 0:22:33- I went to North Wales - to perform afterwards.
0:22:36 > 0:22:38- I hope to visit more schools.
0:22:39 > 0:22:43- I've been invited to schools - to sing the track.
0:22:50 > 0:22:57- There have also been requests from - schools to perform the song.
0:22:57 > 0:22:59- I also play the ukulele.
0:23:03 > 0:23:06- You also work with a ukulele - orchestra.
0:23:11 > 0:23:13- There were ten of us in the class.
0:23:15 > 0:23:18- It's on a Monday - and Wednesday night.
0:23:27 > 0:23:31- Everyone sits - around playing the ukulele.
0:23:31 > 0:23:34- We didn't expect it - to be so popular.
0:23:35 > 0:23:38- It started as a joke - and we haven't look back.
0:23:49 > 0:23:52- The ukulele classes - start back next Monday.
0:23:52 > 0:23:54- Monday is for beginners.
0:23:57 > 0:24:00- There's a class on Wednesday night.
0:24:11 > 0:24:14- The next Tuneless Choir rehearsal - is on 9 October.
0:24:15 > 0:24:17- Come and join us.
0:24:18 > 0:24:20- That's it from us tonight.
0:24:21 > 0:24:25- Tomorrow night, we report live from - the 2016 BAFTA Cymru award ceremony.
0:24:26 > 0:24:30- Daf's in Leeds attempting to present - the weather with Owain Wyn Evans.
0:24:30 > 0:24:34- And the poet and author, - Myrddin ap Dafydd, is in the studio.
0:24:34 > 0:24:37- Until tomorrow, goodnight.
0:24:40 > 0:24:40- .