Cork International Choral Festival

Cork International Choral Festival Bringing a city to life with song since 1954! We look forward to having you with us!

As one of Europe's premier choral festivals, Cork is noted for its world-class Gala performances and its high competitive standard. Each year some of the finest amateur international choirs are selected to compete for the prestigious Fleischmann International Trophy. As well as foreign choirs, the festival annually features up to 100 Adult, Youth and School choirs who participate in national competitions. Cork is noted for the friendliness of its welcome, and while competition may take center stage, the five festival days are very much based around celebrating and spreading the vibrancy of choral and vocal music. Visiting and competing choirs take every opportunity to entertain audiences through our engaging and lively fringe festival of concerts and performances set in diverse venues across the city and county. This coming spring, the Cork International Choral Festival will continue to bring the tradition, culture and vibrancy of choral music to the people of Cork and the many visitors who travel to share this wonderful event with us each year.

🎼 The repertoire is set for our 2027 International Choral Conducting Course!Get ready to work on an inspiring programme ...
10/09/2026

🎼 The repertoire is set for our 2027 International Choral Conducting Course!

Get ready to work on an inspiring programme of choral works, from Renaissance polyphony to 20th-century and contemporary repertoire, including works by Marenzio, Stanford, Parry, MacMillan, Byrd, Elgar, Weelkes, Howells, Debussy and Britten.

Led by Professor Patrick Russill, the four-day course culminates in a final masterclass conducting Chamber Choir Ireland.

📍 Cork, Ireland
📅 27th–30th April 2027
💶 €295 per person

Places are limited—register now at https://www.corkchoral.ie/choral-conducting-course/

02/09/2026

Throwback to the last edition of our Gospel fundraiser! ✨

After a two-year break, we're beyond thrilled to bring this uplifting night of music back to Cork on Friday, 2nd October at the Church of Christ Our Light, Ballincollig.

Featuring the amazing Cork Gospel Choir, Castlelyons Gospel Choir, Carrigtwohill Gospel Choir and Cork Church Choir.

🎟️ Tickets are €22 and available at https://corkinternationalchoralfestival-tickets.corkchoral.ie/ticketbooth/shows/873688599

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Elmarie Mawe, a passionate advocate for the arts in Cork and a valued supporter...
01/09/2026

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Elmarie Mawe, a passionate advocate for the arts in Cork and a valued supporter of the Cork International Choral Festival over the years.

We extend our deepest condolences to her husband Conor Tallon, her family and friends, and her colleagues at Cork’s 96FM and C103.

Image: Cork's 96FM

29/08/2026

Our 2026 Gala Concert highlights continue...
Next up is Vancouver Youth Choir (Canada) with an incredible performance of "Quizassa" by Merrill Garbus from the final day of our 2026 festival. 🎶
Watch the full performance on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/UpZ_bbBXqXY

22/08/2026

Our 2026 Gala Concert highlights continue...
Next up is Naiskoor Gaudete (Estonia) with a beautiful performance of "Viis eesti rahvatantsu naiskoorile" by Veljo Tormis from the final day of our 2026 festival. 🎶
Watch the full performance on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/q34qiIfQl-8

15/08/2026

Our 2026 Gala Concert highlights continue...
Next up is UCC Singers (Ireland) with a beautiful performance of "Movement 2: "Roots", from Spirit of Nature by Zuzanna Koziej from the final day of our 2026 festival. 🎶
Watch the full performance on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/0s1tCzyMjy0

11/08/2026

Ever wondered what it's like to be welcomed to the Festival as an international choir? Valerie and Pauline introduce our team of Fáilteoirí, the dedicated Festival chaperones who welcome, guide and support visiting choirs throughout their stay in Cork.

As local volunteers, our Fáilteoirí are often the first friendly faces that choirs meet on arrival. Whether they're answering questions, solving last-minute challenges, helping groups find their way around Cork, or simply offering a warm Irish welcome, they play a vital role in making every choir's festival experience memorable.

The fact that Valerie and Pauline found time to record this interview during the busy festival week says everything about their commitment and enthusiasm!

👉 Watch the full interview: https://youtu.be/TA_P3_-3kGw

08/08/2026

Our 2026 Gala Concert highlights continue...
Next up is Kamerkoor Furiant - Arte Musicale (Belgium) with a beautiful performance of Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho from the final day of our 2026 festival. 🎶
Watch the full performance on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/OiaulVhch1E

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Civic Trust House, 50 Pope's Quay
Cork

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 5:30pm
Thursday 10am - 5:30pm
Friday 10am - 5:30pm

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