17th International Choir Festival, Warsaw, Poland

Dates: 15 November - 17 November 2024 | Warsaw, Poland

Set in the historic city of Warsaw, this festival is organised by the Artistic Agency Melody in cooperation with Choral Society LIRA in Warsaw.  Choirs can choose to compete in one of the festival categories or simply sing for please in the non-competitive category.  Each choir gets a maximum stage performance of 15 minutes and this includes getting on and off the stage allowing for a ca.13 min pure singing time. Choirs should prepare a repertoire consisting of 4 pieces sung a cappella in the following order: sacred or classic song, folk song or song inspired by folklore of your country, song composed after 1960 and song d which is one freely chosen song. In the evenings, choirs perform joint concerts in Warsaw’s beautiful churches or in neighbouring areas. A gala concert then takes place on the Sunday. Choir also have ample free time to see the city sights.

Visit Warsaw, the Polish capital, with your choir and see what this historic city has to offer. Visit  the  beautiful Old Town, the Royal Route, marvel at the Chopin Monument in Lazienki Park, the former Jewish ghetto and wonder at Wilanow Palace – one of the most spectacular and important monuments in Poland.  There is much to see and do in Warsaw and the city is full of surprises. Known as the city of Frederic Chopin, Warsaw is the ideal choral destination.

Choir Contact Ireland can help you plan an unforgettable choral trip for your choir. We take care of the planning and logistical arrangements, dealing with the ground operators and organisers, allowing you to focus on the singing. Contact us today for more information and sing with your choir in Warsaw, Poland! 

 

 

 

PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES

Choir Categories

Category A - Mixed Adult Choirs

 

Category B - Equal Voices Choirs

B1 - Male Adult Choirs

B2 - Female Adult Choirs

 

Category C - Youth Choirs - 13-19 Years Old

 

Category D - Childrens Choirs - 6-16 Years Old

 

Category E - Chamber Choirs - 12-20 Singers

 

Category S - Senior Choirs

 

Category X - Non-competitive Choirs

Festival Highlights Include

- Performing in front of large appreciative audiences

- See the city sights

- Attend the Gala concert in the Concert Hall of Chopin University of Musi

Whats Included in the Price

- Three-nights in a 3* or 4* Hotel with breakfast

- Dinner each evening (optional extra)

- Festival participation fee

- Concert performance of 15-minute duration

- Return airport transfers from airport with guide assistance on arrival

- One free place for choir conductor on the ground

- A full programme of sightseeing tours is also offered to choirs.

- Meals throughout your stay

- Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel

- Dinner each night in your hotel (optional extra)

Tour Manager

A CCI Tour Manager will be assigned to you for the duration of your booking, to assist in the pre-departure preparations and to assist with any issues during your stay. The tour manager does not travel with the group.

Transportation While in Warsaw

Choirs usually make their way around the city with the local guide via public transport. However, we can arrange coach transportation for your group as required.
 

 

SAMPLE ITINERARY

Day 1

  • Choirs arrive in Poland
  • Meet local assistant who will assist with transfer to your hotel in Warsaw
  • Welcome dinner in their hotel or local restaurant
  • The competition and performance cycle begins
Day 2
  • Enjoy breakfast in your hotel before starting the day
  • Enjoy a city tour of Warsaw with their local guide
  • Performances continue on this day
  • Hear others performances 
  • Groups can relax and mingle
  • Dinner in their hotel.
Day 3
  • Enjoy breakfast at your hotel
  • Gala concert
  • Prize-giving award ceremony in the Concert Hall of Chopin University of Music. 
Day 4
  • Breakfast
  • Departure

DEADLINE

Registraion Deadline: To Be Confirmed

 

FLIGHTS

Once you enquire with CCI you will be given your own dedicated festival planner, and this planner will also assist you with the booking of flights for your group. Choir Contact experienced travel consultants are able to advise you on the most appropriate flight options and will advise best fares at time of booking. We use the most up-to-date modern technology for searching best fares including low cost carriers, allowing us to book you the best flights at the best fares for a fully co-ordinated service. We use both low-cost internet fares and our long-standing relationships with other carries to ensure that we can secure the best travel option for your choir. We will advise you on luggage allowance and all details relating to your flight booking. Travel Insurance CCI recommend that all travellers take out travel insurance at the time of booking.

 

A quotation costs nothing, so contact us today on 01 888 7830

 or email us at reservations@choircontactireland.ie