Coleg Meirion-Dwyfor band to perform at national music final
Hari Emlyn Davies, band member, said: "We've only been together for less than a year, so it's been a shock to reach the final of Brwydr y Bandiau, and getting to play on the main Eisteddfod field.
"We've had loads of support from the staff and students in Coleg Meirion-Dwyfor.
"The lecturers have been really supportive and have allowed us to flourish artistically and creatively.
"We've played a few gigs in college, but this is going to be the highlight of the year so far."
The group is made up of Hari Emlyn Davies, Enlli Jones, Owen Wyn Jones, Cian Clinc, Eban Davies and Isaac Parsons, who study at the college's Pwllheli and Dolgellau campuses.
Being chosen as Battle of the Bands finalists is an impressive achievement for Y Ddelwedd, given they only played their first gig in February this year.
The band will compete for a £1,000 prize and the opportunity to perform on the Maes B stage on Saturday, August 9.
Coleg Meirion-Dwyfor said the band's success is an inspiration to others.
Fflur Rees Jones, assistant principal, said: "Y Ddelwedd being confirmed as finalists in this year's BBC Wales Battle of the Bands at the National Eisteddfod is a moment of immense pride for us at Coleg Meirion-Dwyfor.
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"Their dedication and passion for music are a testament to what can be achieved through hard work and teamwork.
"They don't just represent our college—they inspire us all."
This year's National Eisteddfod takes place in Wrexham from Saturday, August 2 to Saturday, August 9.
Y Ddelwedd will perform in the Battle of the Bands at 4pm on Wednesday, August 6.
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