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International Choral Festivals & CompetitionsPlease ensure that all care is taken to ensure the legitimacy of these festivals and competitions before incurring any expenses. |
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| 18 - 22 March | Spring Festival 2010 - Salzburg Cantus Salisburgensis, Kaleidoscope of Nations www.cantussalisburgensis.at |
| 26 - 30 March |
2nd Toscana Music Festival in Italy. http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com |
| 28 March - 1 April |
11th Concorso Corale Internazionale, Riva del Garda, Italy. Following a long tradition this festival joins competitions in Riva del Garda to formidable evening concerts and fringe events. INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 3 - 6 April |
Québec International Choral Festival A new and exciting North American Festival taking place inj Québec City. Concerts take place in the splendid Palais Montcalm, the grand Basilique Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Québec amongst other wonderful venues in the city. Choirs gather together in a city ranked as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. All choirs are invited from around the globe. Masterclass workshops, massed choir performances and Friendship concerts are part of the international programme of events. The Festival is a cultural exchange of choral music and open to all choirs from Québec and the rest of the world. Artistic Director - Jonathan Willcocks. E-mail: caroline@casterbridge-tours.co.uk and visit http://www.leipzigchoralfestival.com/quebec2010_home.htm |
| 5 - 8 April |
Badenia Music Festival International festival of choirs and orchestras in Baden-Baden, Germany http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com/ |
| 22 - 25 April | Slovakia Cantat 2008, International Choir and Folksong Choir Festival, Bratislava, Slovakia Competition, workshop, concerts in the Bratislava churches. Contact: Bratislava Choral Agency, Záhumenská 3, 84106 Bratislava, Slovak republic. E-mail: info@choral-music.sk, Website: http://www.choral-music.sk/web.php/en/slovakia-cantat |
| 24 - 28 April | International Schools Choral Music Society. Culminating in a performance on the Mozart Requiem this festival features 300 singers and an orchestra of 100, participants from 10 countries and 20 International Schools, in The Forbidden City Concert Hall, a first in the world of its kind! www.iscms.net |
| 28 April - 2 May |
8th Venezia in Musica, Choir Competition & Festival, Venice, Italy This event combines the benefits of an international choir competition in Lido di Jesolo with the excellent concert opportunities in one of the most significant music capitals in the world. You can choose between numerous categories of different difficulty levels and music genres. INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 28 April - 2 May | Applications now open for the 2010 Cork Festival. As one of Europe’s premier choral festivals and now going into its 56th year, the Cork International Choral Festival has long been attracting choirs from all over the world to attend, either in a competitive capacity as part of the prestigious Fleischmann International Trophy Competition, or to participate non-competitively. The national applications will be opening in September. Next year’s festival takes place from April 28th to May 2nd 2010 and we are keen to yet again attract overseas choirs to join us to take part in this celebration of choral music. Cork welcomes choirs from across the world for a programme of choral concerts, national and international competition, and internationally renowned performances as thousands of participants bring the city to life for five days in May. For visiting choirs, Cork provides an opportunity not only to perform; but also to experience some of the world’s best choral music, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the mingling, singing and fun of the festival club, and explore the vibrant city of Cork. Read more... |
| 12 - 16 May | The 7th European Festival of Youth Choirs Takes place in Basel, Switzerland Tri-annual festival of 18 selected youth and children's choirs (age limit 25) from European countries ...more (applications being accepted from suitable Youth Choirs in 2008) |
| 13 - 17 May |
Festival Musica Sacra International festival of choirs and orchestras in Venice, Italy http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com/ |
| 14 - 16 May |
London Sangerstevne 2010 A non-competitive choral festival which sees choirs from around Europe take part in a series of free public concerts. Youth and adult choirs from France, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, England and Wales have taken part in previous years, and your choir is today invited to attend next year’s event – either as festival participants or visiting members of the audience. The 2010 festival will be held on the weekend of 14th - 16th May, with the main festival taking place on the Saturday at St Matthew’s Church, North Common Road, Ealing, London W5. Singers’ participation and public admission are free (there will be a retiring collection in aid of St Matthew’s Church Fabric Appeal) with refreshments available in the church hall throughout the day. For full details and to register your choir participation visit http://www.sangerstevne.org.uk/ |
| 27 - 30 May |
Prague Voices - International Choir Festival of Popular and Jazz Music - Prague. We would like to invite you to the Golden City of Prague in May, the most beautiful month of the year, to take part in the International Choir Festival of Popular and Jazz Music - Prague Voices. You can compete with ensembles from other countries, meet people who are on the same wavelength and start new friendships, see Prague historical monuments as well as modern architecture, visit jazz clubs and concerts of classical music – all this in musical Prague in the spring. We hope to capture your interest and we are looking forward to meeting you and we will be happy to answer any of your questions.
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behalf of the organisers P.S. If you cannot participate in the festival in 2010? In that case, register - without any obligation - for the festival in 2011 and we will regularly inform you about the preparations. |
| 31 May - 7 June |
8th Malaysian Eisteddfod 2010 Takes place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. All children’s and
youth choirs of the world are herewith called up to take part in
Southeast Asia’s premiere choral competition and symposium for
youngsters. Sing in the shadow of the Kuala Lumpur Twin Towers and
enlighten the world with the beautiful sound of your young voices!
http://www.interkultur.com
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| 10 - 13 June |
International Krakow Choir Festival in Poland. It’s a great chance to compete (7 categories, some songs with piano allowed) and give concerts with other choirs in Krakow one of the most beautiful city in Europe. www.krakowchoirfestival.pl |
| 24 - 27 June | 4th International Choir Festival takes place in Lloret De Mar (Catalonia) Spain Further information www.mwsfestivals.com |
| 3 - 7 July | The Summa Cum Laude International Youth Music Festival Vienna – Musikverein Takes place over 4 days and is open to all nationalities below 26 years old - with minor exceptions (see terms and conditions online). Participation fee between 85 an 115 Euro per participant (depending on time of registration) In 2008, the four-day Summa Cum Laude Festival was under the patronage of Nikolaus Harnoncourt and the Austrian Federal President. Startin in 2008, performing groups may elect to compete with their peers in the prestigious "SCL Competition" or they may opt to participate in the non-competitive "SCL Celebration." Ultimately, all groups will perform in the Musikverein in Vienna, one of the world's finest concert halls, certain to be a highlight for the international participants and audience alike. |
| 5 - 11 July |
Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod would like to invite applications from choirs to compete in July 2010. There are 24 competitions with the climax of the festival being the Pavarotti Choir of the World trophy. Applications must be in by 1 November 2009. email: music@international-eisteddfod.co.uk web: www.llangollen2010.co.uk |
| 7 - 10 July | Leipzig International Choral Festival Now in its 3rd year is fast becoming an established European summer choir Festival. Open to all types of choirs from around the world. Concerts take place in the magnificent Great Hall of the Gewandhaus zu Leipzig, the renowned Thomaskirche, Nikolaikirche and other wonderful venues in the city. Choirs gather together in one of the most musically dedicated cities in Europe. Masterclass workshops, massed choir performances and International Friendship concerts are part of the international programme. Artistic Director - Jonathan Willcocks. E-mail: caroline@leipzigchoralfestival.com and visit www.leipzigchoralfestival.com for more information. |
| 8 - 11 July | Summer Festival 2010 - Salzburg Cantus Salisburgensis, Kaleidoscope of Nations www.cantussalisburgensis.at |
| 15 - 26 July | 6th World Choir Games, Shaoxing, China. The biggest international choir competition worldwide! The Games are committed to the Olympic idea “participation is the highest honour”. Up to now more than 90 nations, thousands of choirs, hundreds of thousands of singers and millions of music enthusiasts felt the magic of the World Choir Games. Competitions in 20 categories, the opening and closing ceremony, the choir parade, encounter concerts, workshops as well as gala concerts and spectacular shows turn this event into a unique experience! www.worldchoirgames.com |
| 15 - 26 July |
Rhapsody!
Children’s Music Festival – Vienna, Salzburg & Prague Participating choirs will
perform at famous venues in three of Europe's most musical and
historical cities: Vienna, Salzburg, and Prague, highlighted by the
Grand Concert in Prague's Smetana Hall. The Mayor of the city of Prague
has
invited leading children's choirs of the world to come
together at its historic hall for this musical celebration. Guest
Conductor Janet Galvan
www.ClassicalMovements.com
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| 10 - 16 July | Crossroads Children's Chorus Festival An International Classical Festival held in America's "Music City," Nashville, TN. Explore the common roots of music. Stay at the luxurious Gaylord Opryland Hotel, the largest non-gaming resort. Celebrity performance at the historic Grand Ole Opry House with the Crossroads Orchestra. 1800-2-CROSSROADS (1-800-227-6777) or email info@CrossroadsChildrensChorusFestival.com |
| 13 - 21 July | The Pacific Rim Children's Chorus Festival takes place in Hawaii ..more |
| 21 July - 2 August |
Melodia! South American Music Festival. Music and Outreach in Brazil and Argentina: Melodia! offers a unique and fabulous music festival experience set in the beautiful environments of Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires. Outstanding artistic experiences are combined with once-in-a-lifetime cultural and outreach opportunities. |
| 25 July - 1 August | The New Zealand Schools Choral Festival An annual international high school choral festival and competition . We welcome mixed voice choirs, treble voice choirs ... (our high school choirs are aged 11-18). The week long festival not only offers the chance to sing down-under but also gives choristers the opportunity to experience life down-under. As part of the festival programme international choirs are matched with a New Zealand Choir and hosted in our homes and schools. Please visit http://www.schoolschoralfestival.co.nz for details. |
| 28 July - 9 August | Ihlombe! South African Choral Festival offers a one of a kind choral experience in dynamic settings like Cape Town, Pretoria, Johannesburg, as well as a scenic game park. Your adult or youth choir will have the opportunity to perform with many excellent South African Choirs, as well as participate in workshops with famous Choral Conductors. You will experience African drumming, dancing, and their wonderful, unique singing. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity for your choir. Contact Jayci Thomas at Jayci@ClassicalMovements.com to apply. |
| 30 July - 4 August |
VIII International Choral Festival and VI International choral competition "THE SINGING WORLD" in St. Petersburg (Russia) will take place from July 30 to August 4, 2010. We invite choirs and vocal ensembles of various styles, levels and origins from all over the world to participate in this event. The Festival will offer to participants the welcoming atmosphere for professional dialogue to share experiences and repertoire, the possibility of promoting long-term contacts among the choirs. If you should require further information please contact us directly at the following email address tantlevskaya@mail.ru (Singingworld@mail.ru, interfolk@mail.ru) or visit our web site www.interfestplus.ru www.singingworld.spb.ru We look forward to seeing you in St. Petersburg next year 2010 (or later) for what is sure to be an unforgettable experience. |
| 30 September - 4 October |
Cracovia Music Festival 2nd International festival of non-professional choirs and orchestras in Cracow http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com/ |
| 14 - 18 October | |
| 20 - 24 October |
6th International Robert Schumann Choir Competition, Zwickau, Germany. 2010 marks the 200th birthday anniversary of Robert Schumann. In his native town Zwickau we offer competitions and in addition consultation rounds such as concerts with consultation and rehearsals with international choral experts. In an enchanting Jugendstil hall every concert turns into a unique artistical and emotional experience. INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 21 - 24 October | New York Sings! 2nd International Choir Festival, New York City USA Further information www.mwsfestivals.com |
| 11 - 16 November |
III International Festival "INTERFOLK” IN RUSSIA will take place from 11 to 16 November, 2010. We would like to invite the choirs, the folk and dance groups and instrumental ensembles of various styles, levels and origins from all over the world to participate in this event. During the festival will be the II International competition in some categories: vocal, instrumental and dances. If you should require further information please contact us directly at the following email address tantlevskaya@mail.ru (Singingworld@mail.ru, interfolk@mail.ru) or visit our web site www.interfestplus.ru www.singingworld.spb.ru We look forward to seeing you in St. Petersburg next year 2010 (or later) for what is sure to be an unforgettable experience. |
| 12 - 14 November |
"Varsovia Cantat" 6th International Warsaw Choir Festival in Poland. It’s a great chance to compete (4 categories only a cappella choirs) in Fryderyk Chopin Music University and give concerts in Warsaw www.varsoviacantat.pl |
| 13 November | North Wales Choral Festival at Venue Cymru, Llandudno. Youth, mixed, ladies and male voice choirs from the UK and Ireland compete in perfect harmony. Celebrating its 23rd anniversary its safe to say we were well ahead of the trend! The festival, organised by Conwy County Borough Council in conjunction with Stena Line brings together choirs from across all classes from the UK & Ireland to compete in the most welcoming and friendly of atmospheres. Choirs compete for a prize fund of 4,500, with the winners of each category taking part in the evening winners concert for a final performance where they compete for the overall winners trophy. E-mail: alun.pritchard@conwy.gov.uk Tickets: 01492 872000 or www.venuecymru.co.uk Website: www.northwaleschoralfestival.co.uk |
| 17 - 21 November |
The American International Choral Festival – St. Louis 2010 This new event offers a choir competition with a versatile festival character. In addition to competition and festival concerts we put a strong emphasis on a wide selection of workshops for conductors and singers. At this, international renowned choirmasters and lecturers equip the participants with choir traditions from all over the world. INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 24 - 28 November |
27th International Franz Schubert Choir Competition, Vienna, Austria. This event takes place at the beautiful venues of Vienna! In this music capital of the world the famous Konzerthaus with the Schubert Hall, the Votive Church, the Minoriten Church and Schubert’s Baptistery offer a unique stage for the choirs from all over the world. INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 26 - 29 November |
Advent Music Festival 2nd International festival of choirs and orchestras in Prague, Czech Republic http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com/ |
| 2 - 5 December |
5th
International Festival of Advent and Christmas Music,
Bratislava, Slovakia.
Competition, workshop, concerts in the Bratislava churches.
We are inviting music choirs from all over the world; your songs and
performances will contribute to a truly heartwarming atmosphere of
Christmas
Contact:
Bratislava Choral Agency, Záhumenská 3, 84106 Bratislava, Slovak
republic. E-mail:
info@choral-music.sk, Website:
http://www.choral-music.sk/web.php/en/advent-festival-bratislava
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| 2011 | |
| 14 - 18 April |
Lago di Garda Music Festival 5th International festival of choirs and orchestras in Venice, Italy http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com/ |
| 17 - 21 April |
13th Int. Choir Competition and Festival Budapest, Budapest, Hungary This oldest INTERKULTUR event is at the same time one of the most attractive competitions. It offers performances in the famous concert halls of Budapest like the Art of Palace and the Redoute, where Franz Liszt conducted already. By tradition we open this prestigious event with an exceptional choir symphonic concert in the Academy of Music. INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 27 April - 1 May |
9th Venezia in Musica, Choir Competition & Festival, Venice, Italy Venice is one of the most important music centres offering extraordinary opportunities for concerts. The competitions will be held in Jesolo close to Venice. Enjoy the excitement of an international choir contest and of gladdening concerts in the most beautiful churches of Venice.INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 27 April - 2 May | Cornwall International Male Voice Choral Festival. The Festival is the one of the largest of its kind in Europe (and possibly further afield). Some 60 choirs from across the UK and the rest of the world come together over six days at 44 singing events in 32 venues (including the Eden Project, Pendennis Castle, The Lost Gardens of Heligan, the Minack Theatre, Tate St Ives, etc) for 25 formal concerts in Truro Cathedral, the Hall for Cornwall and every major town across Cornwall. In addition, there are international competitions in which 20 male voice choirs compete, workshops for choirs and master classes for musical directors. Further details can be obtained from www.cimvcf.org.uk or from the Festival Director Peter Davies 01778 347381, email peter.davies@abcd.org.uk Click here for an Application Form |
| 4 - 8 May |
The American International Choral Festival, Reno USA At this INTERKULTUR choir competition we also offer ‘Gospel’ and ‘Barbershop’ in addition to the common categories. You can also choose to participate in festival concerts without competition. Enjoy meeting up with numerous choirs from North-, Central and South-America. INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 12 - 16 May |
Festival Musica Sacra 2nd International festival of choirs and orchestras in Venice, Italy http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com/ |
| 1 - 5 June |
3rd Int. Anton Bruckner Choir Competition & Festival, Linz, Austria. This event is characterised by the unique atmosphere of the Brucknerhaus, one of Europe’s best concert halls and by the ambience of the St. Florian’s Priory, a pompous monastery complex built in Baroque style. INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 2 - 6 July |
4th Musica Sacra a Roma, Italy This festival for sacred music is characterised by the motto of world peace. By holding competition performances and joint evening concerts in Rome’s wonderful cathedrals, we help building bridges between different nations and cultures. Enjoy making music in Trastevere, Rome’s most famous district! INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 2 - 6 July | Summa Cum Laude International Youth Music Festival Vienna, Musikverein Takes place over 4 days and is open to all nationalities below 26 years old - with minor exceptions (see terms and conditions online). Participation fee between 85 an 115 Euro per participant (depending on time of registration) In 2008, the four-day Summa Cum Laude Festival was under the patronage of Nikolaus Harnoncourt and the Austrian Federal President. Startin in 2008, performing groups may elect to compete with their peers in the prestigious "SCL Competition" or they may opt to participate in the non-competitive "SCL Celebration." Ultimately, all groups will perform in the Musikverein in Vienna, one of the world's finest concert halls, certain to be a highlight for the international participants and audience alike. www.sclfestival.org |
| 4 - 10 July |
Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod would like to invite applications from choirs to compete in July 2011. There are 24 competitions with the climax of the festival being the Pavarotti Choir of the World trophy. Applications must be in by 1 November 2010. email: music@international-eisteddfod.co.uk web: www.llangollen2011.co.uk |
| 6- 10 July |
7th Int. Johannes Brahms Choir Festival & Competition, Wernigerode, Germany. Wernigerode unites choral arts, musical encounter and the irresistible ambience of a fascinating timber-framed town. This city is indeed a unique experience for every choir. Competitions, encounter concerts and consultation rounds are characteristic for this INTERKULTUR festival which belongs to the ones with the nicest atmosphere. Highlight is the Grand Prix Competition. INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 10 - 17 July | World Choir Championships, Graz, Austria Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 14 - 25 July | Rhapsody! Children’s Music Festival – Vienna, Salzburg & Prague Participating choirs will perform at famous venues in three of Europe's most musical and historical cities: Vienna, Salzburg, and Prague, highlighted by the Grand Concert in Prague's Smetana Hall. The Mayor of the city of Prague has invited leading children's choirs of the world to come together at its historic hall for this musical celebration. Guest Conductor Joan Gregoryk www.ClassicalMovements.com |
| 28 July - 1 August |
Toscana Music Festival 3rd International festival of choirs and orchestras in Tuscany, Italy http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com/ |
| 3 - 10 August |
9th World Choral Symposium in Puerto Madryn, Argentina WCS9 invites choirs to explore their traditions, their diversity and look to the future. Sing your past, your present and your future – your diversity and what it is that makes you unique!” Registration is open for choirs interested in participating in the 9th World Symposium on Choral Music by the IFCM, that will take place in Puerto Madryn, Republic of Argentina, Chubut, organized by CIC Foundation and with the patronage of the Municipality of Puerto Madryn. For further information and registration form, please visit www.wscm9.com |
| Autumn |
3rd Asian Choir Games, Asia-Pacific Region In autumn the main focus lays on Asian choral singing! Numerous choirs from different Asian regions get together at this large event. The variety of competition categories in combination with the popular encounter concerts offers the visitor an overwhelming kaleidoscope of Asian singing joy! INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 29 September - 3 October |
Cracovia Music Festival 4th International festival of choirs and orchestras in Cracow, Poland http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com/ |
| 13 - 17 October |
9th “in…Canto Sul Garda” Riva del Garda, Italy. This INTERKULTUR event especially considers the growing interest of choirs in jazz, spiritual and gospel songs as well as their love for sacred music. At this place, modern and traditional categories are brought together. INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. |
| 3 - 7 November |
4th International Choir Competition & Festival Malta Within the framework of this festival the ecumenical ceremony “Peace on Earth” takes place. Furthermore we offer workshops lead by renowned choir experts and joint performances of choir symphonic music. At such famous venues like the St. John’s Co-Cathedral and the Manoel Theatre INTERKULTUR is in a way at home! INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 16 - 20 November |
28th International Franz Schubert Choir Competition & Festival, Vienna, Austria. Take part in this very popular INTERKULTUR event! The unique venues of Vienna are awaiting you! The main focus lays on musical works of Schubert and his contemporaries in different categories. INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com; http://www.interkultur.com |
| 25 - 28 November |
Advent Music Festival 3rd International festival of choirs and orchestras in Prague, Czech Republic http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com/ |
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| 2012 | |
| 4 - 14 July |
7th World Choir Games, Cincinnati, USA Meet choirs from all over the world at this outstanding festival! INTERKULTUR welcomes all kinds of choirs regardless of their level of proficiency. Contact: mail@interkultur.com http://www.interkultur.com |
| 12 - 23 July | Rhapsody! Children’s Music Festival – Vienna, Salzburg & Prague Participating choirs will perform at famous venues in three of Europe's most musical and historical cities: Vienna, Salzburg, and Prague, highlighted by the Grand Concert in Prague's Smetana Hall. The Mayor of the city of Prague has invited leading children's choirs of the world to come together at its historic hall for this musical celebration. www.ClassicalMovements.com |