World Grand Prix for Choral Singing - Competition & Festival, Barcelona, Spain
Dates: 25 October - 30 October 2024 | 22 October - 27 October 2025 Barcelona, Spain - Costa Brava
The International Choir contest “World Grand Prix for choral singing” is one of the most prestigious competitions in the world of choral music where the top choirs and groups from around the globe come to showcase their abilities and creative potential. Have your Irish Choir be apart of it. The choir competion is run by Fiestalonia, one of the biggest choir competion organisers in Spain.
This year's Grand Prix will take place at the highest level possible, with a panel of international experts assessing each group's performance to determine the champions. This event will include a rich educational program conducted by experts, as well as a spectacular show with the final concert on the main square of the city with a large amount of viewers!
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 Barcelona, Spain!
PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES
Choirs can choose to perform in the non-competitive section or opt for competitive participation
Competition | Mixed Choirs, Choirs of Equal Voices, Children‘s and Youth Choirs, Vocal Ensembles and Chamber Choirs, Sacred Choral Music, Folklore, Pop, Jazz, Gospel and Academic Singing.
60 Participating Countries | Official Awards & -Prices |International Jury |
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
B1 - Age groups :
1st – 7 – 10 years old
2nd – 11 – 14 years old
3rd – 15 – 18 years old
4th – 18 – 25 years old
5th – above 25 years old
6th – Mixed Age Group
Category C - Adult Choirs
C1 - Female Choirs
C2 - Males Choirs
C3 - Mixed Choirs
Category D - World Sacred Music
Category E - Folklore
Category F - Pop, Jazz, Gospel
Category G - Academic Singing
Jury & Judging
The competition will be judged by an international Jury. The Judging criteria is based on :Technical Proficiency, Interpretation, Musicianship, Repertoire, Ensemble Interaction, Accuracy of Interpretation and Overall Impression.
Whats Included in the Price
- 6 days and 5 nights in a three or four star hotel
- Full board, buffet (breakfast, Lunch and dinner)
- Double accommodation is provided for group leaders of 25 people or more – accommodation in a double room at the price of a triple room;
- Competitive reviews
- Master Classes
- Gala Concert with award ceremony
- Diplomas per each group
- Special diplomas of gratitude on a metal base from the city authorities (for groups from 5 people)
- Thank-you letters for leaders and sponsors (included 2 letters)
- Competition fee
- Creative Festival Evening – Friendship Meetup Night – Disco, Battles, Open Mic
- Live streaming of the contest viewings and Gala concerts on YouTube
- Return airport transfer
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 Barcelona
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
- Check in to a hotel from 14:00 pm
- Meeting with the organizers of the contest
- Dinner at 20:00pm
- Breakfast - 8:00am
- Lunch - 13:00pm
- Beginning of the Competion - 15:30pm
- Dinner at the hotel - 19:00 - 21:00pm
- Breakfast - 8:00am
- Workshop (master classes with professionals) - 10:00am
- Lunch - 13:00pm
- Workshop - 18:30pm
- Dinnner - 19:00 - 21:00pm
- Visit to a flamenco show with wine, sangria and drinks, optionally (for extra charge) - 21:00pm
- Breakfast - 8:00am
- Excursion to Barcelona, Girona, Montserrat, or Carcassonne optionally (for extra charge) - 9:00am
- Lunch - 13:00
- Dinner at the hotel- 19:00 - 21:00pm
- Breakfast - 8:00am
- Solemn procession of the choirs from different countries through the town - 11:00am
- Lunch - 13:00pm
- Dinnner - 19:00 - 21:00pm
- Gala concert, awarding ceremony - 20:00pm
- Breakfast - 8:00am
- Check out - befofe 10:00am
DEADLINE
*The last day of receiving of the applications is 30 days before the beginning of the festival*
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