Slovakia Cantat International Choir Festival & Competition

Date: 25 April to 28 April 2024

Join Choirs  from all over the world at the Slovakia Cantat International Choir Festival & Competition 

About the Event

In sprimg 2024, the city of Bratislava invites choirs from all over the world to attend the International Choir Festival & Competition in the Slovakian capital.  The festival is open to choir of all categories and the repertoire can be freely chosen and all music styles are permitted.   All choirs get the chance to perform in Bratislava’s most prestigious venues including the Jesuit Church, the Art Nouveau Moyzes Concert Hall and the Klarisky Music Hall. Additionally, the festival program includes a guided sightseeing tour through Bratislava’s Old Town.  Book your choir today and discover Europe’s hidden gem and its rich culture and artistic heritage!
 
Sample Itinerary
 
Day 1
Choirs arrive at local airport and meet with their local festival assistant who will accompany the group to the hotel and hold a brief welcome meeting. Choirs have the opportunity to perform in individual workshops in the afternoon. In the evening the festival opening concert is held in the Jesuit Church in Bratislava’s old town. Each choir is invited to present a sacred a cappella music program or with piano accompaniment (duration 5 minutes).
  • Evening group dinner is held in a local restaurant
 
Day 2
Sightseeing, Competition Concerts & Festive Concert
 
Start the day with breakfast at hotel.  After breakfast, choirs can enjoy a guided city walk through Bratislava’s Old Town.  Choirs have free time for lunch in the early afternoon and in the afternoon choirs attend the Competition concerts “SLOVAKIA CANTAT” held at the Moyzes Concert Hall (15 min. performance with free choice of program).  In the eveningm choirs attend a festive concert at the Klarisky Music Hall in the Old Town of Bratislava (15 min. performance - free choice of program).
 
Day 3

In the morning the festival concerts are held at the Klarisky Music Hall.  Choirs have free time for lunch and individual sightseeing in the early afternoon. In the evening, choirs attend the closing & award ceremony wher festival participation certificates ate distributed. 

Day 4
Choirs depart
  • This sample itinerary is for information purposes only.
  • All final itineraries are tailored to individual choirs’ requirements.
 

Transportation while in Resort

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.
 

Flights Options

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