22nd Venezia in Musica International Choir Festival & Competition, Venice, Italy
Dates: 01 May - 05 May 2025 | Venice, Italy
Venice plays host to the Venezia in Musica International Choir Festival and Competition. The festival takes place in stunning Venice and Sacile and attracts choirs from all corners of the globe who come to take part in the festivities. The festival begins on the Thursday as choirs begin to arrive and thet then continue throughout the weekend with a variety of choral activities. The festival is organsied by Meeting Music and is one of a range of Meeting Music festivals offered throughout Europe.
The festival begins with an afternoon parade on the Thursday afternoon as well as a reception which is attended by the Jury members and Choir conductors. In the evening, the festival opening concert takes place. Activities continue throughout the weekend and each itinerary is tailored to the individual choirs requirements.
Choirs have the option of participating in the non-competitive festival category and singling purely for pleasure or participating in one of the Competitive categories.
In addition to the competing and singing in the festival, choirs also have the opportunity for individual coaching, friendship concerts with local Italian host choirs, and accompanied stage rehearsal for competing choirs. Each day of this choral is filled with music opportunities and sightseeing.
For centuries, Italy has drawn visitors in search of culture and romance, with few countries comparing with its enormous classical origins, its art, architecture, music, design, scenery, food and wine. See stunning Venice and marvel at Venice’s famous sites of St. Mark’s Basilica and the Rialto Bridge and watch the world-famous gondolas as they go along Venice’s Grand Canal. Venice's contribution to European painting and sculpture surpasses that of any other nation. Blend this with the magnificent history of Venice, one of the world’s great cuisines and the Italian attitude of living life to the absolute maximum, and you have a superb destination for a choral tour.
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 Venice, Italy!
PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES
Choirs can choose to perform in the non-competitive section or opt for competitive participation
Choirs | Mixed Choirs, Female Choirs, Male Choirs, Chamber Choirs & Vocal Ensembles, Senior Choirs, Childrens Choirs, Youth Choirs of Equal & Mixed Voices, Musica Sacra, Gospel & Spiritual and Folklore
Evaluation Performances | Individual Coaching | Frienship Concerts | Opening Concert Participation
Competition Categories
Category A - With Requirements
A1 – Mixed Choirs
A2 – Male Choirs
A3 - Female Choirs
A4 - Chamber Choirs & Vocal Ensembles
Category B - Without Requirements
B1- Mixed Choirs
B2 - Male Choirs
B3 - Female Choirs
B4 - Senior Choirs
Category G - Childrens & Youth Choirs
G1 - Childrens Choirs
G2 - Youth Choirs of Equal Voices
G3 - Youth Choirs of Mixed Choirs
Category S - Musica Sacra
Category GS - Gospel and Spiritual
Category F - Folklore
Evaluation Performances | For Festival Choirs(Non-competing choirs)
Three (3) pieces of the choir’s own choice, perform before a panel of qualified international jurors who provide prompt positive artistic and pedagogical feedback, certificates of participation are awarded, as well as evaluation ratings and recommendation letters upon request.
Number of singers: unlimited, singing time: maximum 15 minutes, accompaniment: allowed
Evaluation Performances | For Festival Choirs(Competing choirs)
Present your competition programmme before the competition, perform before a panel of qualified international jurors who provide prompt positive artistic and pedagogical feedback, evaluation will not influence competition results.
Number of singers: according to category rules, singing time: according to category rules, accompaniment: according to category rules
Individual Coaching | For all Choirs
Rehearse with an internationally acclaimed choral expert for stimulating artistic and interpretive guidance. For an effective rehearsal, choirs are asked to prepare one piece in advance. Number of singers: unlimited, approx: 45 minutes
Frienship Concerts | For all Choirs
Perform in concerts together with other international choirs. Friendship Concerts give choirs the opportunity to get acquainted with each other and to provide enjoyable entertainment and time in a friendly atmosphere. We advise you to select your programme in this spirit. Choirs may opt to participate in Friendship Concerts ONLY.
Number of singers: unlimited, singing time: maximum 20 minutes, accompaniment: allowed (piano or e-piano can be provided upon request)
Whats Included in the Price
- 4 nights in choice of hotel with breakfast included
- Dinner in hotel on four evenings
- Return airport transfer with pick-up at airport meeting point with sign
- Perform before an international panel of qualified international jurors
- Receive valuable feedback from the jury during the evaluation performance whichtakes place before the competition
- Compete for a cash prize and awards.
- Meet choirs from around the world at the Venezia in Musica International Choir Festival and Competition.
- Participation in your chosen competition categories and activities
- Scheduled stage rehearsal(s) for your choir
- Complimentary copy of jurors evaluation documents, 1 per choir
- Complimentary copies of the official programme book
- Preparation of your choir’s specific itinerary
- Participation in one meeting in music concert with other choirs (Friendship concert)
- Participation in the Opening, Award and Closing Ceremonies
- Competent assistance and support on-site from our international & local team
Conductors & Jury Meeting:
- Reception for two choir representatives with a small buffet
- One to one discussion with the jury members - this is a valuable opportunity to have your programme reviewed and discussed!
- Free place on the ground for choir director
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.
Transportation While in Venice & Caorle
Choirs usually make their way around the region with the local guide via public transport. However, we can arrange coach transportation for your group as required.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Day 1
- Meet local guide on arrival at airport and transfer to hotel
- Afternoon parade
- Reception for Jury and conductor
- Opening concert in the evening
- Stage rehearsals
- Competition Performances
- Stage rehearsals
- Competition Performances
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Rehearsals and Competition Performances
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Final Conductors and Jury Meeting
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Grand Prize Competition
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Awards ceremony
- Check out
- Departures
DEADLINE
Registration 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.
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or email us at reservations@choircontactireland.ie