This page lists some of the many national and international
choral festivals. Please visit the respective web sites for
detailed information.
CANADIAN
FESTIVALS
SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival
Toronto, Ontario
April 13-15, 2012
Concert performances including The Nylons, Swingle Singers,
and The New York Voices; singing workshops; intimate and
interactive sessions with performers and music industry
veterans; mass singalong.
http://www.torontovocalartsfestival.com
Le Mondial Choral Loto-Québec
International Choral Festival in Laval, Quebec
http://www.mondialchoral.org
participants@mondialchoral.org
UNISONG
A patriotic choral festival
Ottawa, Ontario
http://www.abc.ca
groups@mkitravel.com
Coastal Sound International Choral Festival 2011
For Children’s (SSA) & Youth(SATB) Choirs
Burnaby & Vancouver, British Columbia
www.coastalsoundfestival.com
info@coastalsoundfestival.com
Festival 500 Sharing the Voices
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
International Choral Festival
The Phenomenon of Singing International Symposium
http://www.festival500.com
information@festival500.com
Bach Music
Festival of Canada
Exeter, Ontario Canada
www.bachmusicfestival.com
bachmusicfestival@bellnet.ca
Choralies
2012: Toi, moi, tout un monde
Edmonton, Alberta
July 8 to 15, 2012
A thousand voices, one chorus!
Toi, moi, tout un monde a hymn of praise to song and the
international French community!
The website is now up and provides detailed information on
workshops, concerts and how to register. The site’s address
is www.choraliesedmonton2012.ca and
includes information in English. Singers can also
obtain information by e-mail from accueil@choraliesedmonton2012.ca.
INTERNATIONAL
FESTIVALS
Happy
Birthday Händel International Choral Festival
Halle, Germany
February 23 - 27, 2012
By invitation of the City of Halle, celebrate the birthday
of one of Germany’s most famous sons, George Frideric
Händel. Perform as part of a 450 voice choir during the
Massed Sing under the esteemed director Proinnsías Ó Duinn.
Additionally, sing individual concerts and enjoy the rich
musical history of the city of Halle and nearby Leipzig.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
Festival of Peace and Brotherhood
Rome, Italy
March 15 - 19, 2012
Perform in breathtaking venues in the quaint towns
surrounding Rome, Italy. Sing together with local choirs
and others from around the world at the Mariapoli Center,
situated within the summer residence of the Pope. The
festival facilitates a deep sense of respect and
understanding between cultures through the common language
of music.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
African
Choral Festival
Accra, Ghana
March 8 - 13, 2012
By invitation of the Commission on Culture of Ghana, travel
to Africa as honored guests. Perform in villages and local
churches before vibrant audiences. Experience Ghanaian
hospitality first-hand and have the opportunity to meet and
perform with choirs and performing arts ensembles from
around the world.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
Discover
Puerto Rico and its Choral Music!
Ponce, Puerto Rico
March 16 - 19, 2012
The University of Puerto Rico, The Catholic University of
Ponce, and the City of Ponce invite choirs to discover
Puerto Rico! Work with the island’s most famous composers
and directors. Exchange with choirs from the region. This
is a unique opportunity to experience the time-honored
choral traditions of Puerto Rico and to share your music
with the people of Ponce.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
Cantus
Salisburgensis Spring Festival
Salzburg, Austria
March 22 - 26, 2012
Perform at the spectacular Salzburg Cathedral and beautiful
Mirabell Gardens, the backdrop to scenes from the “Sound of
Music”. The Massed Sing performance is under the direction
of János Czifra, the Salzburg Cathedral’s Music Director.
Discover Salzburg’s picturesque Old Town and its towering
castle, and share your music with choirs from around the
world.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
Young Prague Festival
Prague, Czech Republic
March 28 - April 1, 2012
This culturally diverse festival and competition for youth
choirs, bands and orchestras is in its ninth year. Over one
thousand participants travel to Prague from around the
world for this festival to perform in venues such as St.
Nicholas’ Church and the National House. Enjoy a culturally
rich and educational experience while you meet and perform
with youth ensembles from across the globe.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
12th Concorso
Corale Internazionale
Riva del Garda, Italy
April 1 - 5, 2012
Concorso Corale is one of the most traditional choir
competitions of INTERKULTUR. It features categories
designed for all kinds of choirs and for all levels of
achievement. The respective category winners will
also compete for the Grand Prix.
www.interkultur.com
mail@interkultur.com
Days of
International Choir Music in Verona
Verona, Italy
April 11 - 15, 2012
Sponsored by the Association of Choirs of Northern Italy,
this festival offers an adjudicated performance for an
international panel of choral experts. Enjoy a friendly
competition and the opportunity to receive informed
feedback by the knowledgeable judges. Exchange with a local
Italian choir, sing at a school or senior center, and meet
choirs from around the world.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
Charleston
International Festival of Choirs
Charleston, South Carolina, USA
April 12 - 15, 2012
Over the course of three days, choirs will perform
individual concerts in stunning venues while enjoying a
one-on-one workshop and group rehearsals with Mr. Jeffery
Redding in preparations for a grand Massed Sing
performance. Discover incredible sights, warm hospitality,
and a deep local appreciation for choral tradition in
charming South Carolina.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
Il Garda in
Coro - 3rd International Children's Choir
Competition
Malcesine - Lake Garda – Verona - Italy
April 17– 21, 2012
Categories for Sacred and Secular music. For more
information please contact: info@ilgardaincoro.it
Deadline for application: December 31,
2011
10th Venezia
in Musica Choir Competition and Festival
Venice, Italy
April 29 - May 3, 2012
This event combines the pleasure of an international choral
competition with outstanding concert venues in one of the
leading musical metropolises. The international event
offers a broad range of categories for different standards,
types of choirs and musical genres. In Jesolo, the resort
on Venice's doorstep, choirs will also perform at selected
churches as well as on the squares of Venice.
www.interkultur.com
mail@interkultur.com
Cork
International Choral Festival
Cork, Ireland
May 2–6, 2012
The festival’s unique recipe selects top Irish and
international choirs, blends them with world renowned
international artists, flavours with diverse global vocal
traditions and cultures, and merges together in a five day
melting pot of thrilling competitions, sumptuous Gala
Concerts, and lively citywide events. Whether you’re a
choral aficionado or simply looking for a new musical
experience, let the festival take you on an inspiring
musical journey. Full information at: www.corkchoral.ie
IV European
Music Competition
City of Filadelfia
May 5—13, 2012
We wait to celebrate together a moment of music and
friendship! The competition is open to young musicians of
any nationality.
Visit: WWW.ASSOCIAZIONE-MELODY.COM
Cantate
Adriatica
Republic of San Marino
May 17 - 21, 2012
Europe’s oldest republic, San Marino, welcomes choirs from
around the world. Perform in the beautiful churches and
classic theaters of the region. Enjoy stunning vistas
surrounding the Adriatic Coast. The strong cultural
traditions and heartwarming citizens will provide a
lifetime of memories.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
Sing’n’joy
Vienna 2012 · 1st Choirfestival & 28th International
Franz Schubert Choir Competition
Vienna, Austria
June 13 – 17, 2012
Singing and joy is the slogan of this Interkultur event.
The traditional Schubert Competition represents the central
part of this international happening and also focuses on
concerts and manifold encounters between the participating
choirs. The famous Viennese concert hall as well as
the possibility to take part in the Coronation Mass by
Mozart represent additional highlights.
www.interkultur.com
mail@interkultur.com
Tuscany
International Choral Festival
Montecatini Terme, Italy
June 21 - 25, 2012
By invitation of the City of Montecatini Terme, in the
heart of Tuscany, join choirs from around the world to
perform in venues throughout the region. Hear the other
guest choirs sing at the Tettucio Spa and exchange with
Italian choirs during Friendship Concerts in churches and
theaters. Explore Florence, Pisa and Lucca during an
amazing four days of Choral music in the rolling Tuscan
Hills.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
International
Children’s Choir Festival
York Minster Cathedral and Westminster
June 22—29, 2012
The Festival will be conducted by Jean Ashworth Bartle,
Conductor Laureate of the Toronto Children’s Chorus. For
more information please contact: David T. Searles, Euro
Arts Tours Inc., david@euroartstours.com
Serenade! Washington, DC Choral Festival
Washington, DC
June 28–July 2, 2012
Youth and adult choirs will experience workshops with
notable choral conductors, musical exchanges with festival
choirs and concerts in prestigious venues all over the
Washington, DC metro area.
For more information: http://classicalmovements.org/dc.htm or
contact Yarina Conners: Yarina@classicalmovements.com
7th World Choir Games 2012
Cincinnati (Ohio), USA
July 4 – 14, 2012
For the first time, the World Choir Games will take place
in the USA. Choirs from all over the world will gather
again at the 7th World Choir Games (WCG) in Cincinnati to
contribute their share to international understanding and
peace among nations. Robert Cooper, Marcia Pinvidic and
Zimfira Poloz will be adjudicators at the Games.
www.interkultur.com
mail@interkultur.com
International
Choral Music Festival Barcelona 2012
Barcelona, Spain
July 2–8, 2012
Workshops and concerts and time to visit.
www.fcec.cat
fcec@fcec.cat
“Laudate
Dominum” – 3rd International Sacred Music Choir Festival
& Competition
Vilnius, Lithuania
July 5—10, 2012
Webpage: www.gratulationes.lt
E-mail: info.gratulationes@gmail.com
Ihlombe! South African Choral Festival
Cape Town, Pretoria, Johannesburg & Game Park
July 5–15, 20121
Your choir will have the opportunity to perform with many
excellent South African Choirs, as well as participate in
workshops with famous Choral Conductors.
For more information: http://classicalmovements.org/s_af.htm
or contact Jayci Thomas: jayci@classicalmovements.com
30th
International Choral Festival of Preveza
18th International Choral Competition of Sacred
Music
Organised by Choral Society “Armonia” of Preveza – Greece
July 5 - 8, 2012
For more information about the previous festivals, the jury
committee, the town of Preveza and the Choral Society
Armonia please visit our website www.choralpreveza.gr
Cantus
Salisburgensis Summer Festival
Salzburg, Austria
June 5 - 9, 2012
Perform at the spectacular Salzburg Cathedral and beautiful
Mirabell Gardens, the backdrop to scenes from the “Sound of
Music”. The Massed Sing performance is under the direction
of János Czifra, the Salzburg Cathedral’s Music Director.
Discover Salzburg’s picturesque Old Town and its towering
castle, and share your music with choirs from around the
world.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
Crossroads
Children's Chorus Festival
Nashville, USA
July 7-13, 2012
Crossroads Children's Chorus Festival is pleased to
announce Dr. Sandra Snow as clinician. Dr. Snow will
conduct the festival chorus and members of the Grammy
award-winning Nashville Symphony for the finale concert
held at the historic Grand Ole Opry House, Nashville, TN.
The festival is expected to host more groups from Asia in
2012. Guest celebrity artists to be announced in the Spring
2012. For more information www.CrossroadsChildrensChorusFestival.com
or call 1800-2-CROSSROADS (1-800-227-6777) or visit
our facebook page: Crossroads Children's Chorus
Festival/Crossroads Celebrity Concert
Rhapsody! Children’s Music Festival Vienna, Salzburg and
Prague
Vienna, Salzburg and Prague
July 12–23, 2012
Participants perform individually and as a combined
ensemble in three of Europe’s most musical and historical
cities. Choirs will enjoy a workshop, musical exchanges and
sightseeing tours.
For more information: http://classicalmovements.org/rhap.htm
or contact Zhongjie Shi: zs@classicalmovements.com
11th China international Choral Festival and IFCM World
Choral Summit
Beijing, China
July 15–21, 2012
China International Choral Festival (CICF) is a state-level
art festival organized by the Bureau for External Cultural
Relations, Ministry of Culture P.R.C.. To celebrate its
20th anniversary in 2012, the IFM World Choral Summit will
be held simultaneously with the festival under the
sponsorship of IFCM and China Chorus Association. The aim
of the festival is to provide an opportunity for choral
music lovers to visit China, experience its unique charm
and share the pure joy of making music with each other.
For details visit the Website: http://en.cicfbj.cn/ or Email: cicfbjf@163.com
Melodia! South American Music Festival
Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires
July 18 - 30, 2012
Features performances by individual choirs with their own
directors in Brazil, as well as combined choir performances
with orchestra conducted by the Guest Conductor in
Argentina. Other activities include cultural exchanges with
local students and music ensembles, a Latin American music
workshop, and exceptional sightseeing and outreach
opportunities in Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires.
Applications are accepted from youth and children's choirs
(treble and mixed voices), as well as youth orchestras.
For more information: http://classicalmovements.org/s_am.htm
or contact Alessandra D'Ovidio: alessandra@classicalmovements.com
Belgian
Summer Sing
Ghent, Belgium
July 19 - 23, 2012
The city of Ghent welcomes choirs from Europe and North
America to perform in the stunning St. Michael’s Cathedral.
Celebrate choral music as part of the “Ghent Arts and Music
Festival,” Europe’s largest open-air cultural festival.
Visit and perform in the capital city of Brussels and the
beautiful and historic city of Bruges.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
Magic Mozart
Moments 2012
Salzburg, Austria
October 4—7, 2012
We will welcome singers from all over the world for an
incomparable musical experience, performing together with
the choir and orchestra of Salzburg Cathedral under the
conductorship of Prof. János Czifra. Works to be performed
will include the Coronation Mass C-Minor, KV 317,
Venite populi, KV 260, "Laudate Dominum" and
"Magnificat" from Vesperae solennes de confessore,
KV 339 by Wolfgang A. Mozart.
For any further information, visit: www.cultours.at.
6th
International Festival Corearte Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain
October 8—14, 2012
Participation in this non-competitive event is open to all
types of choirs and vocal groups. Participants will have an
opportunity to perform at various venues of cultural
interest as well as attending practical, educational
workshops with renowned guest maestros.
More information here.
Canta al mar 2012 – Festival Coral Internacional
Calella/Barcelona, Spain
October 17–21, 2012
It’s all in the name: “Canta al mar“ is the title of the
new festival which is part of the INTERKULTUR event series.
Calella, a homey seaside resort located at the Spanish
Costa del Maresme, will become the meeting place for choirs
from all over the world in 2012. All concert and
competition venues as well as accommodations and other
event locations in Calella are situated within walking
distance. Thus attending concerts and other events can be
combined perfectly with a placid stroll through the
historic old town. Mixed, male, female, children’s and
youth choirs can participate in the competition in
established categories and different levels of difficulty.
Special attention is given to the categories “Folklore“ and
“Pop“. No category will require compulsory pieces so that
all participating choirs can choose an appropriate
repertoire and perform in front of the jury without major
restrictions. Enjoy with your choir a new and relaxing
choir event on the Spanish Mediterranean Coast! Sun, beach
and sea, singing and celebrating together—this choir
festival joins holiday and passion!
Cantate
Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain
October 19 - 23, 2012
Choirs from across the globe participate in this annual
festival. Share music in Barcelona and towns throughout
Spain’s Mediterranean Costa Brava region during an evening
of music with a Spanish choir, sing at the stunning museum
in Barcelona and at the monastery of Montserrat. Taste the
local Paella and enjoy the rhythms the region is famous for
at the festive Closing Ceremony!
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
1st Xinghai
Prize International Choir Championships
Guangzhou, China
November 8—14, 2012
Named after the famous Chinese composer Xian Xinghai the
most recent INTERKULTUR event in China’s southeast is
looking forward to choirs from all over the world! The
Guangzhou Open Championships are open to any kind of
amateur choirs regardless of their present artistic level
of achievement. The Xinghai Prize Competition is designed
for those choirs who have already experienced international
concerts and competitions. Become fascinated by some of the
world’s best amateur choirs that will join you! One of the
featured lecturers during the pedagogical series of the 1st
Xinghai Prize International Choir Championships will be
Zimfira Poloz.
mail@interkultur.com www.interkultur.com
Vienna Advent
Sing
Vienna, Austria
Thursday, November 22 - Monday, November 26, 2012
Thursday, November 29 – Monday, December 3, 2012
Thursday, December 6 – Monday, December 10, 2012
Thursday, December 13 – Monday, December 17, 2012
By invitation of the Cultural Affairs Dept., Vienna
welcomes choirs from around the world to share their voices
in the music capital of Europe. Sing at venues such as the
magnificent City Hall and breathtaking Melk Abbey. Enjoy
the festive pre-holiday atmosphere in this enchanted city!
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
Prague Advent
Choral Festival
Prague, Czech Republic
Thursday, November 22 - Monday, November 26, 2012
Thursday, November 29 – Monday, December 3, 2012
Thursday, December 6 – Monday, December 10, 2012
Thursday, December 13 – Monday, December 17, 2012
By invitation of the City of Prague, join choirs from
Europe and North America to sing in this magnificent city
during Advent season. Share your music with local choirs at
the beautiful Liechtenstein Palace and the Christmas Market
Stage in the Old Town Square.
Music Contact International: 1-800-624-0166
travel@music-contact.com
http://www.music-contact.com
Prague Advent
Choral Meeting 2012
November 23 - 25 and December 06 - 09, 2012
International meeting of choirs from many countries taking
place every year in pre-Christmas time. The choirs sing in
churches and cathedrals in the Old Town and have a mutual
concert together where they are able to get to know each
other and make new friends. The Advent festival is not a
competition.
info@pragueadvent.cz
http://www.pragueadvent.cz
22nd
International Festival of Advent and Christmas Music with
Petr Eben Prize
November 29 - December 02, 2012
The first and genuine Advent choral competition, one of the
main festivals in Europe, organized under auspices of the
City of Prague.
Traditionally held every 1st Advent weekend, this
competition is open to all amateur choirs. Come to see one
of the most romanic cities in Europe and enjoy the unique
Advent atmosphere of our city!
christmas@praguefestival.cz
http://www.praguefestival.cz/christmas.htm
14th
International Choir Competition and Festival
Budapest
Budapest, Hungary
March 24—28, 2013
The International Choir Competition Budapest is one
of the most traditional and distinctive events of
INTERKULTUR. It is part of a wonderful rite that the
opening ceremony in Budapest always includes a
symphony concert. Explore this city with its numerous hot
springs and indulge in the sense of delight when uniting
with other singers to a unique international musical
community.
mail@interkultur.com www.interkultur.com
11th Venezia
in Musica, Choir Competition and Festival
Venice, Italy
April 28—May 2, 2013
This INTERKULTUR event combines the pleasure of an
international choral competition with outstanding concert
venues in one of the leading musical metropolises. The
international event offers a broad range of categories for
different standards, types of choirs and musical genres. In
Jesolo, the resort on Venice's doorstep, choirs will also
perform at selected churches as well as on the squares of
Venice.
mail@interkultur.com www.interkultur.com
4th
International Anton Bruckner Choir Competition and
Festival
Linz, Austria
May 29—June 2, 2013
With its lovable nooks and crannies and rich in tradition
Linz offers choirs from all over the world not only a
charming atmosphere: The International Anton Bruckner Choir
Competition and Festival comes up with the attraction of
performing at a competition for a Grand Prix on the one
hand and the possibility of participation in friendship and
gala concerts at historic venues on the other hand.
mail@interkultur.com www.interkultur.com
5th Musica
Sacra a Roma
Rome, Italy
July 3–7, 2013
Amateur choirs from all over the world focusing on sacred
music are invited to the Eternal City and to meet in peace
and friendship. A well-balanced mix of competitive
elements, representative evening concerts in the
magnificent churches of Rome as well as official events
such as a Mass in St. Peter’s Cathedral will create a
unique atmosphere for spiritual encounters and lasting
impressions.
mail@interkultur.com www.interkultur.com
8th
International Johannes Brahms Choir Festival and
Competition
Wernigerode, Germany
July 17–21, 2013
Since 1999 this INTERKULTUR event, which focuses on
Johannes Brahms and the German Romantics of the 19th
century, is a crowd puller and attracts choirs and music
groups from all over the world. Coaching concerts and
rehearsals led by notable international choral experts
offer choirs excellent opportunities to refine their
skills. Non-competitive groups will also benefit from the
variety of performance possibilities.
mail@interkultur.com www.interkultur.com
10th “In...
Canto sul Garda”
Riva del Garda, Italy
October 10–14, 2013
Riva del Garda is a charming destination for choirs and
traditionally starts with a colourful choir parade through
the picturesque old town of Riva. This choir competition
and festival takes into account the growing interest of
choirs in jazz, spiritual and gospel singing. However,
emphasis is also put on sacred music and the strongly
differentiated categories for folklore.
mail@interkultur.com www.interkultur.com
5th
International Choir Competition and Festival Malta
Malta
October 31–November 4, 2013
The festival invites choirs of different styles and levels
of achievements as well as ensembles and music groups. Get
to know people from countless countries, cultures and
religions and experience unforgettable times as you sing
together or meet in peaceful competition. Other attractions
include workshops with recognised choral experts, offering
all participating choirs fresh ideas to help develop their
skills.
mail@interkultur.com www.interkultur.com
To have your festival included, please send the information
to: Carolyn Nielsen: carolyn.alto@gmail.com
