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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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| 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/ |
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7 - 10 October |
4th Mozart Festival Salzburg, Austria Sing Mozart's Great Mass C-minor, KV 427. Singers and choirs from all over the world come together in Salzburg for an incomparable musical experience, performing together with the choir and orchestra of the Salzburg Cathedral. Conductor: Janos Czifra, Director of Music of the Cathedral. For more information visit www.cultours-europe.com |
| 8 - 10 October | International Festival of Sacred Choir Music, Pilsen Region, at Kozel Chateau. We’d like to take this opportunity to invite you to the competition of sacred music at the beautiful Kozel chateau in west Bohemia. The Classicist chateau, coveted for its beautifully decorated interiors and surrounded by an extensive naturally landscaped park, provides in the early autumn, the most colourful time of the year, an amazing backdrop for sacred music performances. For more information visit www.agencymta-stadler.com, ww.ucps.cz) |
| 14 - 17 October |
1st NINA Griegfestival - for young voices, Bergen, Norway. The festival includes Choir competitions for children's- and youth choirs, workshops, concerts and events. 1st NINA Solo competition for young singers is also a part of the NINA Griegfestival. We hope your choir will have the possibility to attend the festival. Visit www.griegfestival.no. Closing date to register for participation is 1 June 2010. |
| 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 |
| 6 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 |
| 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 |
| 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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| 6 - 10 December |
The Winter Choral Festival 2010 takes place at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. This is a competitive festival integrated with choral performances/workshops/programmes. Further details and application form can be found out http://www.ravegroup.sg/winterchoralfest/winterchoralfestival.htm |
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| 16 - 20 March |
1st Vietnam International Choir Festival & Competition, Hoi An, Vietnam. In collaboration with the Vietnamese Central Government, the Provincial Government of Quang Nam and the City Government of Hoi An, INTERKULTUR has created a unique possibility for choirs from around the globe to discover the beauty of the country, combined with an international choral event. INTERKULTUR is calling up all choirs of the world to join the 1st Vietnam International Choir Festival & Competition 2011. Come to Hoi An and be part of the first ever international choral event in Vietnam! Contact: mail@interkultur.com; http://www.interkultur.com |
| 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 |
International Choir Festival Berlin 2011 The City of Berlin together with EvenTTours from The Netherlands organizes the International Choir Festival Berlin 2011 which takes place every year. The whole trip can be organized by EvenTTours. Travel dates: 27/28 April – 1 May 2011. The festival will take place in the Kammermusiksaal of the world famous PhiIharmonie of Berlin on Saturday, the 30th of April 2011. There will also be an Open Door Concert in a Berlin Church on Friday, the 29th of April 2011. All kinds of choirs are welcome. More info: www.eventtours.nl/index.en.html / email: info@eventtours.nl |
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27 April - 1 May |
Cork International Choral Festival - will you be joining 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 and its surrounds on Ireland’s beautiful south coast. Applications now open. Full information on the festival, its competitions, and visiting Cork is also available on our website at www.corkchoral.ie |
| 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/ |
| 13 - 15 May |
London Sangerstevne 2011 A non-competitive choral festival which sees choirs from Europe and beyond take part in a series of free public concerts in London. Youth and adult choirs from France, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Russia, the Czech Republic and the UK 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 2011 festival will be held on the weekend of 13th - 15th May, with the main festival taking place on the Saturday at St Matthew’s Church, North Common Road, Ealing, London W5 2QA. Participation fees are £2 per singer and public admission is 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/. |
| 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 June |
Badenia Music Festival - 2nd International festival of choirs and orchestras in Baden-Baden, Germany http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.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 | 2nd Grand Prix of Choral Music, Graz, Austria. Apart from the World Choir Games and the World Choir Championships the Grand Prix of Choral Music is the third column of INTERKULTUR’s major events. The best choirs of the world of any age meet here to determine the winners of the Grand Prix in eight categories. In 2008 already the 5th World Choir Games took place in Graz. Up to now it has been the biggest and most successful INTERKULTUR event so far. The participants constantly emphasized enthusiastically the hospitable atmosphere and the city’s central location in the heart of Europe. High class choral music on top of this and we can expect a top class choir event in July 2011! Contact: mail@interkultur.com; http://www.interkultur.com |
| 10 - 17 July | 1st World Choir Championships for Youth and Young Adults, Graz, Austria. After the successful World Choir Games in Graz (Austria) in 2008, which completely inspired the city, country and all participants, INTERKULTUR will turn Graz again into the center of international choral music in 2011! You always wanted to be the winner of a World Championship? We make it possible: INTERKULTUR organises the first World Choir Championships for Youth and Young Adults in cooperation with the city of Graz and the Province of Styria and makes your dreams come true. Contact: mail@interkultur.com; http://www.interkultur.com |
| 11 - 15 July |
Festival of Voices, Tasmania. Festival of Voices bringing the world of singing to Hobart in the heart of winter. Join choirs and singers from across Australia and gather in Hobart to work with inspiring national and international guest artists and conductors in a series of workshops and concerts over 5 days. The program, with over 40 events, includes the Festival highlight, Bonfire and Big Sing in Salamanca Place, the Festival Club and the Festival Finale Concert in Hobart’s Federation Concert Hall. More than 10,000 people participate or attend concerts and events all within walking distance of Hobart’s historic waterfront and CBD. Whether you’re an experienced singer or just keen, in 2011 this is your opportunity to work with the world’s finest teachers in a cappella, gospel, classical and a special young voices workshop. Visit www.festivalofvoices.com for more information. |
| 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 |
| 25 - 28 August |
Paris Music Festival - International festival of choirs and orchestras in Paris, France http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.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 |
| 14 - 18 September |
4th Grieg International Choir Festival, Bergen, Norway http://www.griegfestival.no/ |
| 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. |
| 13 - 17 October |
Istra Music Festival - International festival of choirs and orchestras in Istria, Croatia http://www.mrf-musicfestivals.com/ |
| 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 |
| 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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| 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 |