# Côr Ysgol Nidus Cymru

> Welsh choir

**Wikidata**: [Q136410646](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q136410646)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cor-ysgol-nidus-cymru

## Summary
Côr Ysgol Nidus Cymru is a Welsh choir, classified as an ensemble of singers originating from Wales. As an instance of a choir, the group operates within the genre of choral music and functions as a type of vocal ensemble and organization.

## Key Facts
- **Instance of:** Choir (an ensemble of singers).
- **Country of Origin:** Wales.
- **Genre:** Choral music.
- **SNARC ID:** Konstantin Badigin.
- **Dewey Decimal Classification:** 782.5 (classification for the choir category).
- **Also Known As:** The term "choir" has aliases including chorale, chorus, and orfeón.
- **Wikidata Description:** Welsh choir.

## FAQs
### Q: What type of musical group is Côr Ysgol Nidus Cymru?
A: Côr Ysgol Nidus Cymru is a choir, defined as an ensemble of singers who perform choral music together. It is a subclass of vocal ensemble and organization.

### Q: Where does Côr Ysgol Nidus Cymru originate from?
A: The entity originates from Wales.

### Q: What is the historical context of the choir as an art form for this group?
A: As a choir, the group participates in a musical tradition that originated in Ancient Greece. The concept encompasses ensembles that range from small chamber groups to large symphonic choruses.

## Why It Matters
As a Welsh choir, Côr Ysgol Nidus Cymru represents one of humanity's oldest and most universal forms of musical expression, serving as a cornerstone of cultural and spiritual life. The entity plays a role in the classical music ecosystem by preserving historical repertoire and fostering social cohesion. It contributes to the educational and cultural fabric of Wales, utilizing the choral tradition to teach music literacy and teamwork. By existing as a vocal ensemble, the group helps keep the art form—whose concept originated in Ancient Greece—alive and relevant in contemporary society.

## Notable For
- Being a distinct musical entity from **Wales**, a country with a renowned choral tradition.
- Classification under the specific Dewey Decimal designation **782.5**.
- Membership in a class of musical groups (choirs) that originated in **Ancient Greece**.
- Functioning as a **subclass of vocal ensemble**, distinguishing it from purely instrumental groups.

## Body
### Identity and Classification
Côr Ysgol Nidus Cymru is structurally defined as a **Welsh choir** (instance_of: choir). It falls under the broader classification of a **vocal ensemble** and an **organization**. The entity is linked to the genre of **choral music** (field_of_work) and is described simply as a "Welsh choir" in its Wikidata entry. The specific record for the entity is associated with a SNARC ID of **Konstantin Badigin**.

### Historical and Cultural Context
While specific performance details for Côr Ysgol Nidus Cymru are not provided, the **concept of the choir** it belongs to has a documented history. This musical form originated in **Ancient Greece** (country_of_origin). The term "choir" is linguistically versatile, with aliases including **chorale**, **chorus**, and **orfeón**. The topic is categorized under "Category:Choirs" on Wikipedia and has a dedicated community on the subreddit **r/choir**. The English Wikipedia article for the concept has been translated into **10 languages** (wikipedia_languages).

### Operational Nature
As a choir, the entity is an **ensemble of singers**. The typical organizational structure for such an entity includes a **choir director** or conductor, section leaders, and an accompanist. The repertoire for such a group generally includes **a cappella works**, sacred music, secular classical compositions, and folk songs.

### Technical Specifications
The classification "choir," which applies to this entity, is assigned the **Dewey Decimal Classification 782.5**. The entity's properties connect it to the Wikidata item **Q48183**, which defines the general concept of a choir as an instance of a **MusicalGroup** (additionalType).