4th International Choral conducting competition

A number of our choirs have been placed at the top of Slovenian choral music for decades, regardless of the age of the singers. Some of the reasons for their success might be the climate, the sea, the endless horizon and the sun, but we certainly know that without hard work, the great choir leaders and support, such success would be impossible to achieve. 

Academic choir of University of Primorska (APZ UP) has played an important role in the last decade in shaping of cultural events in Primorska region by organizing quality concerts within the international choral and instrumental music cycle called Simfonic voices. Internationally established groups inspire many choral enthusiasts with their diverse programs, and at the same time encourage quality development of culture in the Primorska region and beyond. The idea of organizing an internationally recognizable festival which will be devoted to the youth, become a live in 2019. Encouraged by the feedback of the jury, competitors, audience, music experts and visiting choirs, we are organizing the fourth edition with new ideas and more experience. 

By organizing many diverse events within the festival, we would like to offer a high level of quality to Slovenians and foreigners. 

Music is a universal language that connects and inspires people. It gives us a chance to accept diversity and at the same time unites people, regardless of their nationality and beliefs. With music, we express our feelings, we tell stories, grow, and outgrow ourselves. 

We firmly believe that with your participation our festival will be unforgettable!

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IMPORTANT DATES

 

 

The competition is open for choral conductors born after October 20^th, 1985. 

 

Competition is organised in two categories:

Category A – Choral conductors (3 rounds), 

Category B – Children choir conductors (1 round). 

Conductors can apply for one or both categories.

 

Deadline for applications: (Early bird August 25^th) September 4^th, 2025

Announcement of accepted candidates: September 7^th 2025

 

Official language of the competition is English and Slovene. (Official translator (English to Slovene) will be provided by organizers for Category B - Children choir conductors).

Competition is open to the public (except the afternoon rehearsal with the choir for the final concert).

 

STRUCTURE OF THE COMPETITION IN BRIEF:

 

Category A – Choral conductors (three rounds)

 

Monday. October 20^th 2025

2:00 pm  Arrival, registration.

2:30 pm                Drown by lot for I Round.

4:00 pm                Competition: I. round - Rehearsal with Girls’ Choir of the Music school Koper.

 

8:00 pm                Drown by lot for II. Round.

 

Tuesday. October 21^st 2025

4:00 pm                Competition: II. Round - Rehearsal with Emil Komel Mixed Youth Choir.

8:00 pm                Anuncement of competitors for finals. Drown by lot for finals.

 

 

Wednesday. October 22^nd 2025

3:00 pm  Competition: III. Finals / part 1 - Rehearsal with VIKRA Chamber Choir.

8:00 pm  Competition: III. Finals / part 2 - Public concert with VIKRA Chamber Choir.

 

Category B – Youth choir’s conductors (one round)

 

Wednesday. October 22^nd 2025

8:00 am                 Arrival, registration.

8:45 am                Drown by lot for competition.

10:00 am              Competition, Rehearsal (Children’s Choir of the Music  school Koper).

*The organizer holds the right to make changes in the schedule according to the number of participants in each category. The other participants will be informed of any changes in time.