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Eisteddfod 2003

"Blessed is a world that sings, Gentle are its songs" T. Gwynn Jones

The Llangollen Eisteddfod Festival runs from 5th to 13th July 2003, Dame Shirley Bassey brought the Festival to a close when she performed at the traditional Gala Concert on Sunday 13th July. Tickets for the Dame's concert sold out within a week.

External Link: BBC Eisteddfod Mini-Site
 
Performance Reviews
Peggy's Review of Eisteddfod Concert
Jul 15 2003
Her rendition of 'Thank You For The Years' was perhaps the best ever. The
operatic sustained notes left even the most avid classical music fans in shock...
BBC Review of Shirley's Performance
Jul 14 2003
Event spokesman Nigel Davies said: "Shirley Bassey is probably the biggest
non-classical name we have had. I believe it is the first time she has...
Nothing Like A Dame - and Shirley Proves it in Amazing Show
Jul 14 2003
Shirley took centre stage last night to rapturous applause before captivating
the crowd with a power-house display, topped by a standing ovation...
Pre-Concert Articles
Bassey to Dazzle Festival Crowd
Jul 13 2003
Shirley Bassey is set to dazzle at Llangollen on Sunday. The singer will
perform at the Eisteddfod's gala night in front of a sell-out crowd...
Prince Arrives to Find the World at his Feet
Jul 08 2003
Prince Charles was guest of honour at last night's opening event of this
year's Llangollen International Eisteddfod. Before the Prince arrived...
How We Steered Festival Away from Disaster
Jul 08 2003
The International Eisteddfod will be a resounding success. Interest in the
concerts has soared - Dame Shirley Bassey on Sunday sold out in week...
Eisteddfod's Royal Seal of Approval
Jul 07 2003
The Llangollen eisteddfod is a major event in the music calendar, Dame
Shirley Bassey will also perform at the gala night next Sunday...
It's Showtime!
Jul 07 2003
The festival draws to a close on Sunday with a show by Welsh superstar
Dame Shirley Bassey. Eisteddfod spokesman Nigel Davies last night said...
Pavarotti Pulls Out of Eisteddfod
Jun 25 2003
Llangollen Eisteddfod officials are remaining upbeat despite the news that
opera superstar Luciano Pavarotti has pulled out of his appearance...
Hey Big Seller
Mar 19 2003
Tickets to see Welsh singing legend Dame Shirley Bassey have almost sold
out after just two days. Yesterday just 800 tickets remained from the...
Bassey Heads Eisteddfod Billing
Mar 13 2003
Confirmation of Dame Shirley's appearance follows months of negotiations
behind the scenes to bring the singer to north Wales...

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