YEARBOOK OF THE CHOIRS PARTICIPATING IN THE 29st EDITION, 10-14 JUNE 2026
Austria
ROBERT FUCHS KIRCHENCHOR
Mixed choir – FRAUENTAL
The choir was born in 1969.
The repertoire ranges from sacred church music to gospels, spirituals and folk songs.
The choir performs in their church activity and organizes annual concerts for their community.
The conductor is Oskar Lenz
MÄNNER-CHOR ROBERT FUCHS
Male choir – FRAUENTAL
The choir was born in 2024.
The repertoire ranges from gospels, spirituals, art and folk songs.
The choir is an independent partition of the Robert Fuchs
The conductor is Oskar LenzKirchenchor.
Brazil
CORO NOSTALGIA
Female choir – COLOMBO
The choir was born in 2017.
Their repertoire consists of Brazilian and Italian popular music.
The choir, composed of women from the same family, has participated in and organised different events in their region.
The conductor is Gema Silmara Mottin de Lara
Bulgaria
TRANSPORT WORKERS
Mixed choir – SOFIA
The choir was born in 1936.
Their repertoire consists of classic, modern, romantic, orthodox and folk music from Bulgarian and international composers.
The choir gave numerous concerts in the country, participated in festivals and toured with success abroad.
The conductor is Petar Matev
Canada
ARTS FOR MANITOBA INDIGENOUS YOUTH CHOIR
Youth choir – OPASKWAYAK
The choir was born in 2023.
Their repertoire consists of spiritual songs in the languages of Cree and Ojibway.
The choir stands as a living expression of reconciliation through music, where young Indigenous voices are heard and celebrated on the world stage.
The conductor is Rhonda Valerie Head
Croatia
CASTRUM VENERIS
Male choir – BUJE
The choir was born in 2011.
Their repertoire consists of traditional Dalmatian and Istrian acapella music and popular and contemporary songs. The choir participated in concerts and cultural events, collaborating with different art institutions for protecting their traditional vocal heritage.
The conductor is Teo Biloslavo
Czech Republic
FAUX PAS
Female choir – SUSICE
The choir was born in 2014.
Their repertoire consists of folk songs and original choral arrangements.
The choir performs and organises different cultural events for their community around the year.
The conductor is Andrea Susilova
KOMENSKY
Mixed choir – VITKOV
The choir was born in 1979.
Their repertoire consists of Czech, Moravian and Slovak folk songs in choral arrangements, classical choral literature from various periods and contemporary compositions.
The choir regularly participates in international festivals and takes parts in rappresent the cultural life of their hometown,
The conductor is Jana Malanikova
ZAVEZ
Mixed choir – SUMPERK
The choir was born in 2019.
Their repertoire consists of music from early masters, arrangements of folk songs from around the world, and works by contemporary composers.
The choir has given numerous performances, won national contests and has collaborated with other choirs from across the Czech Republic.
The conductor is Vit Sochova
NALADENO
Youth choir – RICANY
The choir was born in 2018.
Their repertoire ranges from folk and sacred songs to works written for children’s and youth choirs.
The choir has taken part in numerous international and local festivals and competitions.
The conductor is Lucie Novakova
CAMERATA PRAHA
Mixed choir – PRAGA
The choir was born in 1992.
Their repertoire consists of sacred music, spirituals and Czech folk songs.
The choir performs and competes both nationally and internationally, receiving numerous awards.
The conductor is Veronika Dvorackova Zofakova
HLADNOV ROCK CHOIR
Mixed choir – OSTRAVA
The choir was born in 2014.
Their repertoire consists of interpretation of rock and popular music.
The choir participated in concerts, festivals and special projects.
The conductor is Lucie Marsalkova
COMODO
Youth choir – CHOMUTOV
The choir was born in 2005.
Their repertoire consists of Czech folk songs, sacred music, choral popular music and original arrangements.
The choir has performed at numerous concerts and festivals, where it has received high honors.
The conductor is Marie Hanova, Luboš Hána
ZVONKY
Youth choir – HULIN
The choir was born in 1998.
The choir performs at regular spring and Christmas concerts and at other school events.
It also regularly takes part in choir festivals and international competitions.
The conductor is Lenka Polaskova
ADLIBITUM
Mixed choir – BABICE
The choir was born in 2003.
Their repertoire ranges from early music through folk songs to spirituals and contemporary original choral arrangements.
The choir participates regularly at a wide range of cultural events in Prague and the surrounding area.
The conductor is Jan Kyjovsky
Estonia
HELIN
Mixed choir – KURESSAARE
The choir was born in 1987.
Their repertoire consists of classical choral works to lighter and seasonal pieces in Estonian.
The choir participates in song festivals and organises concerts by themself..
The conductor Anneli Tarkmeel
Finland
STELLA NOVA
Female choir – RAAHE
The choir was born in 2023
Their repertoire consists of contemporary Finnish music and international songs.
The choir performed both religious, classical and light music at various venues during the year.
The conductor Pauli Ylitalo
Germany
VOCALISTEN
Mixed choir – FRIDOLFING
The choir was born in 2013.
Their repertoire consists of sacred music from the clerical era to the modern worship pieces.
The choir mostly performs in church services and organises concerts for various festivities.
The conductor is Christine Hofmann
MPC 2000
Male choir – ILLINGEN
The choir was born in 2014.
Their repertoire is wide and diverse.
The choir participated in numerous successful performances and concerts both at home and abroad.
The conductor is Werner Dippon
Hungary
COMENIUS
Mixed choir – SZÉKESFEHÉRVÁR
The choir was born in 2010.
Their repertoire is varied, and they pay special attention to the popularisation of contemporary Hungarian choral literature.
The choir started in school events and has since participated in different festivals in their country.
The conductor is Karoly Lovrek
FMK ENSEMBLE
Female Choir – BUDAPEST
The choir was born in 2005. The repertoire includes tracks of different genres, from religious to folk, paying particular attention to contemporary Hungarian choral pieces. The choir performed in several concerts, churches, and charity events.
The conductor is Gabriella Lovas
CORO DA CAMERA FORRAS
Female choir – MISKOLC
The choir was born in 1986.
Their repertoire consists of sacred music, secular polyphonic and folk choral songs.
The choir participated in numerous contests and choral festivals, both locally and internationally.
Ildico Balasne Molnar
SINGING LAWYERS
Mixed choir – BUDAPEST
The choir was born in 2024.
Their repertoire consists of classical choral works, contemporary pieces, folk songs, spirituals, and popular arrangements.
The arrangements are created by the choir director.
The conductor is Eva Molitor
Israel
COL-LAGE VOCAL ENSEMBLE
Mixed choir – DAN METROPOLITAN AREA
The choir was born in 2018.
Their repertoire includes Pop, Rock, and Contemporary music, performed in a five-part harmony.
The choir performed at international festivals and prestigious events worldwide.
The conductor is Itay Lev
KZAT ACHERET
Mixed choir – SHOHAM
The choir was born in 1976.
Their repertoire consists of traditional Israeli songs, peace songs and various international songs
The choir participated in different events and manifestations in their country and abroad.
The conductor is Ram Sofer and Ori Moustaki
Latvia
VOICES OF SIGULDA
Youth choir – SIGULDA
The choir was born in 1968.
Their repertoire consists of Latvian folk songs, creative arrangements, and original works by Latvian composers.
The choir regularly participates in the Latvian Children Song and Dance Festival and other festivals around Europe.
The conductor is Evija Rozena
Lithuania
ALUMNI VILNENSES
Mixed choir – VILNIUS
The choir was born in 2011.
Their repertoire consists of Lithuanian folk songs , classical choral works, sacred music, and contemporary choral compositions.
The choir performed numerous concerts and participated at festivals around their country and abroad.
The conductor is Algimantas Kriunas
ENSEMBLE KANKLELIAI
Mixed choir – VILNIUS
The choir was born in 1969.
Their repertoire intends to preserve Lithuanian folk traditions with regional songs, chants, hymns, and instrumental pieces. The choir regularly participates in festivals, church services, and commemoration across their country and abroad.
The conductor is Ausra Kavalniene, Vaidas Mikutavicius
The Netherlands
MUITERIJ KANTJE BOORD
Male choir – DUSSEN
The choir was born in 1998.
Their repertoire consists of sea shanty, in a contemporary way and different languages.
The choir precipitated at intentional festival, harbor days and private events
The conductor is Yolanda Brouwer
COMMUNITY CHOIR WASSENAAR
Mixed choir – WASSENAAR
The choir was born in 2011.
Their repertoire goes from classical pieces to jazzy songs, pop, musical theatre, and world music.
The choir performs regularly in churches near their city and at festivals all over the country.
The conductor is Liat Alkan
Norway
DE MADRIGALE
Mixed choir – SOLBERGMOEN
The choir was born in 2018.
Their repertoire is primarily Renaissance music (madrigals), but also medieval, baroque and other music.
The choir participated in numerous concerts, performances and did a tour last summer
The conductor is Lars Guldbrandsen
Poland
CORO DEL LICEO WITKOWSKI
Youth choir – CRACOVIA
The choir was born in 2007.
Their repertoire consists of sacred and secular music from different times, performed with instruments or a cappella.
The choir performs at different events in their region and participates in workshops, contests, and festivals in their country and around Europe
The conductor is Ewa Pasek
Romania
STEPHANOS
Mixed choir – TIMISOARA
The choir was born in 1998.
Their repertoire is dedicated primarily to sacred music.
The choir participated in various festivals, charitable events and cultural exchanges.
The conductor is Adriana Albu-Harsian, Oltița Cuza, Cosmin Harsian
Slovakia
LA FAMIGLIA CHURCH CHOIR
Mixed choir – ZILINA
The choir was born in 1997.
Their repertoire consists of Liturgical Hymns.
The choir regularly participates in liturgical celebrations in the home church, but also in various cities in Slovakia.
The conductor is Barbora Brosova Lipkova
VIA MUSICA
Mixed choir – PRESOV
The choir was born in 2024.
Their repertoire goes from sacred polyphonic music to folk, jazz, gospel and original choral arrangements.
The choir regularly performs concerts in Slovakia and aims to participate in music festivals and competitions.
The conductor is Erka Haas
South Africa
POLOKWANE PENSIONERS ASSOCIATION CHOIR
Mixed choir – POLOKWANE
The choir was born in 2018.
Their repertoire consists of traditional and contemporary African folk music.
The choir participated in different contests and festivals in South Africa and Spain.
The conductor is Agnes Lebelo
South Corea
CAPO
Mixed choir – SEOUL
The choir was born in 2012.
Their repertoire consists of classical, sacred, and Korean art songs.
The choir participated in various competitions and annual concerts in South Korea and Europe
The conductor is Do-ah Kim
APGUJEONG
Female choir – SEOUL
The choir was born in 1996.
Their repertoire includes sacred music, classical works, Korean folk music and contemporary choral compositions.
The choir is actively involved in diverse musical activities, including annual concerts in Seoul.
The conductor is Youngjin Oh
Spain
COR ARPEGI
Mixed choir – GRANOLLERS
The choir was born in 1877.
Their repertoire for this festival consists of European Renaissance madrigals, but has performed a wide variety of repertoire, ranging from Renaissance music to contemporary composers.
The conductor is Guillem Ponsi Vila
Switzerland
CRESCENDO
Mixed choir – YVERDON-LES-BAINS
The choir was born in 1991.
Their repertoire consists of classical and traditional songs of their region and outside of it, both secular and sacred.
The conductor is Corinne Tschumi
ECHO VOM OLDEN
Male choir – GSTAAD
The choir was born in 1845.
Their repertoire consists of Alpine songs, Folk choral music and original choral arrangements
The choir participates in choral festivals, organizes annually concerts and accompanies church services.
The conductor is Ada van der Vlist Walker
Taiwan
TCS FEMALE CHOIR 4
Female choir – TAIPEI CITY
The choir was born in 2017.
Their repertoire consists of featuring sacred music, classical choral works, folk song arrangements, and adaptations of popular music. The choir regularly brings music to hospitals and the community centers.
The conductor is Hui-Chun Tseng
SING-SONG CHORUS
Mixed choir – TAIPEI CITY
The choir was born in 2025.
Their repertoire consists of sacred music, classical choral works, folk song arrangements, and adaptations of popular music in different languages.
The choir celebrates cultural diversity and musical storytelling.
The conductor is Su Jen Fang
United States
NORTH VALLEY CHORALE
Mixed choir – PHOENIX, ARIZONA
The choir was born in 2008.
Their repertoire ranges from classical to pop, patriotic, gospel and Broadway.
The choir has done many exhibitions during their years, has recorded CDs, and has done multiple international tournées.
The conductor is Eleanor Johnson
COLORADO CHILDREN’S CHORALE
Youth choir – DENVER, COLORADO
The choir was born in 1974.
Their repertoire consists of fully-staged opera and musical theatre, and of classical, folk, and popular music.
The choir has performed with some of the world’s finest performing arts organisations, appeared with world-renowned artists and appeared in television and radio broadcasts.
The conductor is Emily Crile
THE ECHO SINGERS
Mixed choir – FRISCO, TEXAS
The choir was born in 2024.
Their repertoire includes Classical and Sacred Traditions, Contemporary Pop and Rock, and World and Folk Music.
The choir originally formed to participate at the Alta Pusteria festival in 2024 and after different performances in their country, finally fulfilled their original plan.
The conductor is Ellie Lin
