Dates: 28 June - 06 July 2025 | Aarhus, Denmark

Discover what is next in the European Choir Games. Prepare to be enchanted by the charming Danish city of Aarhus! This remarkable event, which is renowned as a continental, European equivalent of the World Choir Games, is sure to enthral choirs from Europe and beyond.

International choirs can compete at the appropriate level and perhaps advance to higher levels in the 6th European Choir Games and the Grand Prix of Nations Aarhus 2025.
Our Irish choirs are invited to Aarhus to experience its dynamic fusion of history, culture, and innovation. The city offers stunning venues spread throughout the city as well as a thriving choral scene.

Mark your calendars for this remarkable occasion! Will your choir rise as the next Champion of the European Choir Games or Winner of the Grand Prix of Nations?

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 Aarhus, Denmark!

PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES

Choirs can choose to perform in the non-competitive section or opt for competitive participation

Competition | Mixed Choirs, Choirs of Equal Voices, Adult Choirs Children‘s and Youth Choirs, Vocal Ensembles and Chamber Choirs, Sacred Choral Music a capella, Folklore a cappella, Pop, Jazz, Show and Gospel/ Spiritual.

Evlaution Performance | Indiviadual Coaching |Friendship Concerts | Festival Stage Choir |

Competition Categories

Category A - Children's & Youth Choirs

A1 – Children's Choirs

A2 – Youth Choirs of Equal Voices

A3 - Youth Choirs of Mixed Voices

Category B - Vocal Ensembles & Chamber Choirs

Category C - Adult Choirs

C1 - Female Choirs

C2 - Males Choirs

C3 - Mixed Choirs

Category D - World Sacred Music

D1 -Musica Sacra a cappella

D2 - Musica Sacra with accompaniment

Category E - Gospel

E1 - Spiritual

E2 - Music of Spirit and Faith

Category F - Pop, Jazz, Show

Category G - Folklore

G1 - Folklore a cappella

G2 - Folklore with accompaniment

Competitions

A1 – Open Competition

A2 - European Champions Competition

A3 - Grand Prix of Nations

Evaluation Performances

This level of participation is available to choirs who choose not to be placed in competition, but seek to be part of the international experience of the event.

Choirs will sing a program of three pieces for a maximum performance time of 15 minutes in front of a panel of international experts. At the conclusion of the program there will be a brief internal consultation of the panel of choral experts. Finally, the program is discussed with the choir in an open and amicable atmosphere.
Performance coaching and recommendations will be given for future participation in international competitions. The choirs will receive an official certificate of participation.

Individual Coaching

All participants, whether taking part in the competitions or not, are given the opportunity to participate with their choir in a session with a noted international choir director.

Choirs interested in making use of this opportunity are required to prepare one piece of choral music. An internationally respected choral music expert will then rehearse the piece with the choir to provide new artistic ideas and impetus. Choirs not participating in the competition are presented a certificate and a recommendation for their future participation in international choral competitions.

Frienship Concerts

In addition to their competitive or non-competitive participation, choirs may perform in a Friendship Concert with other choirs in public venues in and around the city of Aarhus.

These free public concerts provide opportunity for each choir to present musical traditions and costumes of their native land. Choirs, instrumental groups, and dance companies not participating in any other category may also register to participate solely in multiple Friendship Concerts.

Festival Stage Choir

As artistic highlight of the event a festive performance of a selection of traditional and international choral symphonic pieces will be performed at the Closing Concert.

During your stay obligatory rehearsal sessions will take place. Choirs interested in participating in this concert are invited to register for it. However, the Artistic Committee has final approval on selection of choirs who must rehearse independently and arrive prepared for massed rehearsal.

Choirs may also only participate in Friendship Concerts and/or the Festival Stage Choir performance.