What makes Acapela Studio so special? – Customer feedback
We are grateful to all our audience members and artists for their enthusiastic support.
Trying to capture the atmosphere at Acapela and the brilliant performances of artists is almost impossible as the only way to experience the amazing venue is live! However our audience members are always trying to take home with them a little piece of concerts they attend.
We have pulled together many of these video clips in one place – not great quality – but many of these clips hold great memories for many of our audience. You can view these on the Acapela Instagram page @acapelastudiosofficial
Below we give just some of the many kind comments received explaining why they feel Acapela is such a special and unique music venue.
Acapela Studios voted 6th Best Venue in the UK (Europe) 2020 (10th in 2019) by Prog Magazine readers beaten by The Royal Albert Hall and the London Palladium! – see full story here
“Just had to put something on here about a new venue for me that I went to last night, Acapela Studio it’s an amazing place, a converted chapel in Cardiff, small capacity, great crystal clear sound, Sad Cafe were excellent, great musicians on the top of their game. if you get a chance to see a band or artist there, do yourself a favour and go, you’ll have a great night” Tim Roberts (Facebook)
“It’s a fabulous intimate venue where you get up close to the performers” Lyndon Evans (Facebook)
“Our show Sold Out in 7 hours! A great venue and an incredible marketing department. Also the best pizza’s in Wales if not beyond! An annual fixture and long may it be so” Fairport Convention on Facebook.
“Amazing place. Had a lovely pizza there…..then watched Nick Heyward. Will go again”. Corinne Trick (Google Reviews)
“First time at the venue . Was a lovely experience, from entering where a warm welcome awaits , very friendly staff , went out of their way to provide perfect pizzas .plenty of bar staff , very little wait .drinks were reasonable. Very enjoyable evening . Music was superb ( Santana) Definitely planning another visit very soon”. Cath Bailey (Google Reviews)
“This is such a great venue tucked away in the edge of Cardiff. I’ve never actually been welcomed to a venue and shown around when I arrived! Wow! Small and intimate, but equipped to handle big sounds, this building is perfect for special gigs. Every member of staff was really helpful and understood that I had a voice problem. The food is excellent! I’ve never had Pear on a pizza, but it’s really great. It only added to a fabulous night. Thank you to all involved”. Steve Jones (Google Reviews)
“Great evening tonight Merrill @merrillosmond at @acapelastudio. You’re the first concert we’ve been to since Covid and we enjoyed it so much. Thank you”. Lorraine Jeffreys (Twitter)
“@themarkrad (Mark Radcliffe) You were lovely! Aren’t the people of Pentyrch (near Cardiff)lucky to have a venue like @acapelastudio? Lesley James (Twitter)
“Finally in bed after long drive back from @acapelastudio but SO worth it what a night in a great venue with the most amazing audience!” Mari Wilson
“Great Christmas party had with @lospacaminoscom @acapelastudio. You guys smashed it. ♥️ to @PaulYoungParlez” Mark Hopkins (Twitter)
“What a fantastic Night last night 16 of us had an absolute ball thank you all for your hard work fantastic venue fantastic pizza fantastic night xx” Rob Dymott (Twitter)
“What a wonderful night with @chrisdifford. Great stories and even greater music in the gorgeous @acapelastudio” V (Twitter)
“@acapelastudio What a fantastic place.” AR (Twitter)
“This is an absolutely cracking venue and I can’t wait to come back. Very friendly staff and great pizza” Al James (Twitter)
“Wonderful evening and stories. Glenn Tilbrook was there in March (and Chris April last year, also). Squeeze is my wife’s favourite band and @acapelastudio is such a beautifully intimate venue.” Alun Roderick (Twitter)
“What a great night at the Acapela Studios tonight, such a great venue.” Welsh Blanket (Twitter)
“Brilliant gig last night by @theagilmore with @NigelStonier and @mattowens_music at the rather good @acapelastudio ” David Moose (Twitter)
“The combination of the beautiful vocals of Thea Gilmore and the lovely atmosphere and acoustics of @acapelastudio in Pentyrch made for a great evening of music tonight”. Sal Carter (Twitter)
“Cracking night at @acapelastudio watching @theagilmore. Thanks to venue team for a warm welcome at the door – we’ll be back soon for pizza. Great venue and only three miles away from us in Taffs Well. Who knew!! Pablo Perez (Twitter)
“@acapelastudio great venue!..thank you for last night” Dr Robert, The Blow Monkeys (Twitter)
“Loved seeing @theblowmonkeys @acapelastudio last night. Great band, top venue”. John Gilheaney (Twitter)
“Lovely night at @acapelastudio Pentyrch to see @spiromusic, especially as it was my first time there. Will definitely be going back for more gigs, lovely intimate venue in a beautiful part of the world”. Kevin Williams (Twitter)
“ Fab night, great venue we were dancing in the pews!” Clare John (Facebook)
“Passionate performance tonight @acapelastudio @BarbJungrSings – perfect venue.” Sue Verran (Twitter)
“Madassa Soul Band returned to The Acapela in Pentyrch on Friday for an evening of Pizzas, Soul and lots of dancing. The Acapela goes from strength to strength with the removal of some of the pews to make way for a bigger dance area and new additions to the PA equipment making it an improved sound to dance to! And the very receptive audience made full use of it all. This is definitely one of the band’s fave venues and we’re already looking forward to returning soon” Madassa Soul Band
“Just back from watching the fantastic Holy Moly and the Crackers at Acapela Studio. Great venue. But let me tell you. If you don’t know of this band go and see them live. They have something for everyone in their set, irrespective of age. So infectious .Great night out” Paul Williams (Twitter)
“Thank you so much to everybody at Acapela Studios. We really enjoyed performing at your lovely venue and can’t wait to visit you again on July 19th. See you then!” Whole Lotta Led UK
“Acapela Studio – amazing night, thank you. We will be back very soon” Princess Katherine Cardiff Boat Company after visit to Supersonic 70’s show (Twitter)
” Well what can we say? Saturdays show was really amazing. A wonderful venue, wonderful staff and the crowd were exceptional. We had a fantastic time and it’s a really special venue you have there” Greg Hart, Supersonic 70’s
“Thanks to Blancmange for coming to Cardiff. Great to see you @acapelastudio (fantastic venue). Come back soon ! (twitter)
“An amazing show in such an unusually but beautiful venue!” Alison Morren (Twitter)
“Thanks Acapela Studio and Logicaltramp – good food, lovely venue, great music, a special night. Would be the Crime of the Century if it didn’t happen again next year” Nigel James (Twitter)
“Beatrix Players sounding absolutely beautiful at Acapela Studio tonight – the venue is just perfect for their music – and the venue sound quality is up to the usual superb standard” Nick Baker (Twitter)
“A special shout-out to all at @acapelastudio for making us feel so welcome + well looked after. What a great venue!” Steve Norman (Spandau Ballet) Band.
“We drove from London on Saturday to see Logical Tramp. The gig was brilliant and your place The Acapela Studio is a wonderful place. We didn’t realise you did food until we got there. We had a lovely time, your staff are a credit to you. All hard working , very helpful and pleasant. We will definitely be coming to more gigs in the future. Diolch yn fawr iawn.” Richard and Erica Holt
“Congratulations to you all for a super venue, super staff and a real friendly atmosphere. My main contact has been Steph and she has been a real credit to the place. We will be attending shows at Acapela Studio on a regular basis in the future. Once again a big thank you to ALL the staff”. Graham Maddox
“Acapela studio is a unique venue, perfect for live performances, intimate surroundings and great acoustics. Touching distance to the artists who take you on a musical journey” Sue Scott
“Steve Harley came up @acapelastudio and made us all smile.” Mike John (Twitter)
“Excited to be at the @acapelastudio tonight to see #MikeSanchez . I didn’t know this place existed. A conversion of a former Chapel into a music venue in Pentyrch. #Fantastic” Robert Chapman (Twitter)
“@toyahofficial thank you for a wonderful evening @acapelastudio – fantastic music lots of lovely stories – one special night” Nichola Powell (Twitter)
“Fantastic night at the Acapela studios, great audience and superb venue” – Human League Tribute Dare (Twitter)
“Fabulous night with #Fairport Convention last night – just feel all summery whenever we see them Thanks @acapelastudio as ever” Jude Aldridge (Twitter)
“If you ever fancy an intimate acoustic/ electric style gig you should really check out @acapelastudio near Cardiff .. incredible list of people playing there now ” Anthony Walton (Twitter)
“Great night with the fabulous @BarbaraDickson @acapelastudio still an amazing voice in such a cosy venue.” Oakend Original (Twitter)
“Been a busy week – Friday night at @acapelastudio was superb. Great venue and lovely people” Shakatak (Twitter)
“I was at a fab Shakatak gig tonight @acapelastudio in Pentyrch. Superb night and a great place. I’ll be going there again.” Phil (Twitter)
“@lospacaminoscom outstanding at @acapelastudio tonight great venue and everyone loved the band” Geoff Thomas (Twitter)
“First visit to Acapela Studios. What a great intimate venue!” Sue Charles (Twitter)
“Brilliant venue @acapelastudio saw @BootlegBlondie there fantastic!! Looking forward to seeing Toyah Wilcox there” Andy Matthews (Twitter)
“First visit to the venue tonight, absolutely superb place to watch music (great pizza too).” Paul Williams (Twitter)
“Thank you @acapelastudio for a fabulous gig tonight – superb audience, lovely sound from Joe, and wonderful pizza! Can’t wait to come back.” Barb Jungr (Twitter)
“What a beautiful venue @acapelastudio Cardiff is. ” Rebecca Gould (Twitter)
“Proud to be a ticket outlet for the @CDFMusicAwards winning (Best Independent Venue) @acapelastudio It’s a beautiful, intimate space which hosts some amazing events… ” Spillers Records (Twitter)
“One of the best and unique venues I’ve been to, everybody should experience the great @acapelastudio #awesome ” Leeberry (Twitter)
“What can we say about the beautiful venue @acapelastudio just outside Cardiff. Possibly one of the UK’s best kept secrets. We’ll definitely be back” Adam Wakeman (Twitter)