Shoppers at a Newport supermarket were treated to music and movement during a fundraising collaboration between a local politician and male voice choir.
John Griffiths, MS for Newport East, teamed up with the City of Newport Male Voice Choir for its “Spin and Sing” fundraiser at Tesco Extra in Spytty.
The event, which raised £473 for the choir combined live singing and a cycling challenge.
(Image: Submitted) Mr Griffiths said: “I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who took part and supported the Spin and Sing fundraiser.
“The City of Newport Male Choir, led by Mark, Sarah and others, were in fantastic voice all day. They were entertaining shoppers with well-known songs, including a bit of Tom Jones, that really lifted spirits.
“I was equally impressed by their willingness to jump on the bikes and help with our fitness challenge!”
The event was made possible thanks to Newport Live and Momentwm, who provided the bikes, and Danielle Powell, community champion at Spytty Tesco, who helped make the event happen.
(Image: Submitted) Mark Main, chairman of the choir said: “It was a great effort to all those involved raising valuable funds for the choir.
“We had a great day raising the profile of the choir and hopefully may also have got a few new choristers, as there was interest from several individuals talking to us.
“We all had a wonderful time providing entertainment to the shoppers and everyone had a go on the bicycles.
“Our thanks go to John, the other councillors and supporters who gave up time on a Sunday to support the choir at this event.”
The fundraiser also marked a key moment in Mr Griffiths’ Active Newport initiative, which was launched to encourage people to get active in ways which suit them.
He said: “One of the most powerful messages to come from the Active Newport conference last year was that being active isn’t just about playing competitive sport. It can include joining a choir, dancing, or getting involved in community fitness events like this.
“Spin and Sing was a perfect example of how rewarding taking part in community activities and getting moving can be.”