Regalos masones de corcho

14th Musical Miscellany at the Freemasons’ Hall

Fundraiser in aid of Cork ARC Cancer Support House, Freemasons’ Hall Extension Fund and Cork International Choral Festival

Saturday 16th November 2024, from 7 pm
El Salón de los Francmasones, Cork

Fácilmente la sala más atmosférica de la ciudad de Cork y el espacio de actuación más antiguo de la ciudad, El Salón de los Francmasones de la Provincia de Munster Freemasons, ubicado en Tuckey Street, Cork, es el lugar para un concierto especial de recaudación de fondos el Saturday November 16th 2024. This year’s event is to benefit Cork ARC Cancer Support House, Freemasons’ Hall Extension Fund and Cork International Choral Festival.

El concierto – titulado Una miscelánea musical – comprenderá música clásica y contemporánea con Coro de voces masculinas de Cork Garda (MD. Matthias Levy), One Voice (MD Sinead Coakley Murphy and Una Daly), Scoil an Spioraid Naoimh Cailini, Bishopstown (MD Maeve Anne O’Brien), with special guests denis carril (barítono), Noel Somers (tenor), Anne Bermingham (soprano),  Amanda Neri (contralto), Adam Buttimer (Tuba), Roisin Martin (French Horn) and tom doyle (Piano).

The evening will commence at 7 pm, with pre-concert drinks and canapés reception, with the concert commencing at 8.15 pm in the Lodge Room. Special raffle on the night with amazing spot prizes.

Las entradas cuestan 25 €, incluyendo refrigerios, y se pueden obtener enviando un correo electrónico a Masonic Hall. en [email protected].

El Festival Coral Internacional de Cork presenta:

2024 Christmas at the Cathedral

Una Navidad de corcho

Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th November, 7.30 pm
Catedral de St. Fin Barre

Save the dates!
We’re thrilled to announce that our fundraiser event, Christmas at the Cathedral, will return on Saturday 23rd November, and Sunday 24th November, under the new theme, Winter Wonderland Gala!

This year’s event, presented by the Cork International Choral Festival and directed by Catalina Mahon Buckley, promises to be another fantastic experience. Join us for two magical evenings of music and readings in the stunning Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral, y stay tuned as we reveal our headline soloists next week!

Tickets priced at €26 are available online at este enlace.

Saturday 23rd November featuring:

❄️ Cór Scoil an Spioraid Naoimh Cailíní
❄️ Wilcollane Singers
❄️ White Horse Gospel Choir
❄️ UCC Singers
❄️ Cór Geal Choir
❄️ CADA Performing Arts

Sunday 24th November featuring:

❄️ Belcanto Choir
❄️ Calliope
❄️ Douglas Harmonia Singers
❄️ Voices of Cork Community Choir
❄️ CADA Performing Arts

El muy celebrado Concurso de Composición Seán Ó Riada ahora se lanza oficialmente!

Participa con la oportunidad de ganar este estimado concurso de composición y que tu trabajo sea estrenado por el aclamado Coro de Cámara Irlanda on Friday 2nd May 2025.

La fecha límite para la recepción de solicitudes es Friday 6th December 2024.

Los detalles completos y el formulario de solicitud en línea están disponibles aquí.

Si tienes alguna pregunta, no dudes en ponerte en contacto:
Teléfono: + 353 (0)21 4215125
Correo electrónico: [email protected]

The Cork International Choral Festival is delighted to announce that we are now accepting entries from Irish composers for the 2025 Seán Ó Riada Composition Competition. Judged by a panel of experts and composers of international renown, the competition awards a cash prize (kindly donated by the Ó Ríada family) and the Seán Ó Riada Trophy to the winning composer, and the selected piece will in turn be given its premiere performance by Chamber Choir Ireland at the Festival’s Gala Concert held in St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral on Friday 2nd May 2025.

The Seán Ó Riada Competition was created in 1972 in recognition of the creative life and work of Seán Ó Riada (1931-71). While the format has evolved over the years, the focus has always been on bringing both traditional and new pieces of Irish music to life and to new audiences, as well as encouraging the composition of contemporary music as Gaeilge. The current format focuses on new works from Irish composers and has a novel approach of scores being entered under pseudonym to protect the identity of the composer.   

La composición ganadora será seleccionada por un panel compuesto por compositores y expertos corales. La composición seleccionada recibirá su estreno durante el Festival en un Concierto de Gala ofrecido por el Coro de Cámara de Irlanda.

Since the new format was introduced 14 years ago, over 300 original compositions have been entered, which highlights the renewed interest in, and healthy state of Irish composition. Previous winners of the competition include Solfa Carlile, Rhona Clarke, Patrick Connolly, Frank Corcoran, Séamas de Barra, Eoghan Desmond, Amanda Feery, Michael Holohan, Marian Ingoldsby, Donal Mac Erlaine, Simon MacHale, Kevin O’Connell, Criostóir Ó Loingsigh, Donal Sarsfield, James May, Peter Leavy, Norah Constance Walsh, Daragh Black Hynes, Laura Henegan and last year’s winner, Anselm McDonnell. Several of these works have been published by international choral publishing houses.

The competition is open to composers born or resident in Ireland and applications are welcomed from both established and emerging composers. The score should be an original work, written for a cappella choir, and up to 5 minutes in duration. It should be in 4 parts, and the selected text may be original or existing, in the English, or Irish, language.

Las solicitudes ya se están aceptando y la información completa sobre los criterios de competencia está disponible. aquí.

En colaboración con Chamber Choir Ireland y Ó Riada Family Trust

Job Title: Digital Marketing & Design Specialist

Location: Hybrid | Job Type: Maternity Leave 6-month Contract starting on 2nd December

About the Role:

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Digital Marketing & Design Specialist to join
our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in both graphic design and digital
marketing, with proficiency in Adobe InDesign and a strong understanding of various online
marketing channels, including websites, social media, ticketing system operations and email
newsletters. This role involves managing the creation, editing, and execution of design
projects while also driving marketing efforts for the Cork International Choral Festival.

Key Responsibilities:

Design & Creative Projects:

• Develop, edit, and manage design projects using Adobe InDesign for both digital and print mediums.
• Proficiency in InDesign is essential, with experience in layout design, typography, colour management, styles and paragraph formatting, managing master pages, image placement and editing, pre-press preparation, and exporting.
• Ensure all designs align with the brand’s style guidelines and maintain a consistent visual identity.

Digital Marketing:

• Website Management: Update and maintain the company’s website content, ensuring all information is current, visually appealing, and user-friendly.
• Social Media Management: Develop, curate, and schedule engaging content across social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.) to grow brand awareness and engagement.
• Email Marketing & Newsletters: Design, write, and distribute email newsletters.
• Ticketing System Operations: Oversee and manage the ticketing system for our festival and customer service inquiries.

Qualifications:

• Experience as a Graphic Designer, Marketing Coordinator, or similar role with hands-on experience using Adobe InDesign.
• Strong proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms.
• Excellent understanding of social media strategies and content creation.
• Basic knowledge of WordPress or web editing tools.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail.

How to apply:

Please email your application with a CV to [email protected] by Friday, 25th October 2024.

The time has come – the Gala Concerts lineup for the 70th Cork International Choral Festival has been announced!

2025 will be a landmark year for the Cork International Choral Festival, marking its 70th edition. The festival will take place from Wednesday, 30th April to Sunday, 4th May 2025 across the city and county, bringing Cork to life with colour, vibrancy, and song.

We are thrilled to announce this year’s Gala Concerts programme earlier than ever, along with an exclusive pre-sale period for our Friends of the Festival throughout October.

2025 Gala Concerts Schedule:

As always, the Friend of the Festival package offers exclusive access to the best seats at the lowest prices. You can find the online order form aquí. To enhance your booking experience, we are pleased to guarantee your preferred seating choice (balcony or parterre for Cork City Hall concerts) until Thursday, 31st October, before general ticket sales open to the public. After this date, Friends of the Festival discounts will still be available, though seat selection will be subject to general availability.

Secure your Pase único now at the special price of €120 (regular price €195), or share the gift of music with a Double Pass for €200 (regular price €390). This unbeatable value includes all six Gala Concerts and national competitions. Festival Friends also enjoy extra benefits, such as invitations to the Press Launch and Interval Receptions, along with recognition in the Festival programme.

General ticket sales for individual shows will open on 1st November. We hope you’ll join us for another year of magical Gala performances by world-renowned international choral artists!

If you require any additional information, please contact the Festival office at 021 4215125 or [email protected].

Conductors are being encouraged to sign up for the 2025 International Choral Conducting Course as part of the Cork International Choral Festival

Now in its fourth year, the three-and-a-half day, intensive, hands-on course runs from Tuesday 29th April - Friday 2nd May 2025 and will offer a range of techniques to develop conducting skills under the leadership of expert international guest tutors Anna Fűri (Hungría) y Shane Lynch (USA).

El curso, que se desarrolla en la ciudad de corcho, se centrará en las habilidades básicas de dirección, como los gestos físicos, la buena escucha, los detalles del repertorio, las técnicas de ensayo, la gestión del conjunto y el liderazgo. Se cubrirán otras áreas clave del desarrollo de habilidades de dirección, incluida la generación de nuevas ideas de repertorio, así como lecciones de canto con un enfoque en la salud vocal y ayudarse a sí mismo y a los demás.

La culminación de todas estas habilidades se mostrará en un taller de conjunto en la mañana final con Coro de Cámara Irlanda - El conjunto coral insignia de Irlanda. Este será un evento público.

The course is designed for anyone with experience in leading choirs of all kinds and is interested in taking their theory and practical skills to a new level while networking with other conductors. It will help conductors to guide their choirs, tempo, sound and expression. We are honoured to be joined this year by two world-renowned conductors whose vast experience will provide a unique learning experience for participants.

The cost is €295 per person, with a discount rate being offered to conductors of 2025 participating choirs. The rate includes tea/coffee breaks but does not cover main meals or accommodation. In order to create a bespoke experience for all participants, limited places will be available. More information and registration form are available aquí. Registration closes on 7th February 2025.

The Cork International Choral Festival is looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated candidates for the 70th edition!

Buscamos candidatos apasionados que estén interesados en establecer una carrera en la industria de festivales y eventos musicales. Las plazas de prácticas están disponibles para el periodo. January-May 2025.

Lo que aprenderá y será parte de

Esta es una gran oportunidad para involucrarse plenamente desde el principio en la producción de un festival emocionante y bien establecido, y mejorar sus habilidades creativas existentes trabajando con el equipo del festival en una variedad de proyectos en todos los medios y plataformas.

Aprenderá los fundamentos básicos de los eventos del festival durante los meses previos al Festival Coral Internacional de Cork y estará expuesto a la gestión de todas las necesidades logísticas de los eventos del festival, incluidos, entre otros, taquilla, entretenimiento, catering y señalización. , audiovisuales, mercancías, etc.

La pasantía incluirá planificación de preproducción y tareas administrativas generales (incluido el manejo de llamadas telefónicas y consultas por correo electrónico), creación de contenido para nuestro sitio web y cuentas de redes sociales, redacción, revisión, diseño del folleto del programa del festival y creación de carteles, folletos y anuncios en línea. . Durante los días del Festival, se le pedirá que trabaje en nuestros eventos (conciertos, talleres, ensayos) en diferentes lugares de la ciudad y el condado de Cork, incluido el trabajo en la investigación de mercados y la administración de encuestas de audiencia.

Sus fortalezas e intereses incluyen

• Excelente inglés hablado y escrito
• Dominio de Microsoft Office y Google Workspace.
• Se valorará cierta experiencia con Canva y Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Un emprendedor de pensamiento rápido con la capacidad de realizar múltiples tareas y la voluntad de asumir proyectos
• Alto nivel de precisión y atención al detalle.
• Interés y conocimiento sobre la escena festiva y/o la música coral
• Interest and some knowledge of digital marketing and social media, including the ability to create new content to promote the festival
• Consciente de la actitud de 'manos a la obra' requerida cuando se trabaja en eventos
• Fuertes habilidades interpersonales

Acerca de la pasantía

Internship starting between the 20th and 24th of January, and concluding in mid May. Part-time hours from 9am-1pm in January and February, transitioning to full-time from March (9am-1pm & 2pm-5:30pm) + increased hours during festival days (30th April - 4th May 2025, schedule to be agreed). We are open to discussing alternative work schedules, hours, and start/end dates for the ideal candidate.

La pasantía se realizará de forma híbrida: en línea y en la oficina, dependiendo del trabajo involucrado y las necesidades de la oficina. Se requiere que el candidato esté en Cork durante la duración de la pasantía. Nuestras oficinas están en Civic Trust House en 50 Pope Quays, Cork.
Se cuentan con herramientas de comunicación en línea (plataformas de conferencias web/VoIP, chats, repositorios de conocimientos, etc.) para garantizar que el trabajo se pueda realizar en equipo y que el candidato reciba apoyo y retroalimentación adecuados y oportunos. Se requiere uso de computadora portátil propia y conexión a Internet.

Esta es una pasantía no remunerada.

Aplicar

Envíe un formulario de solicitud disponible en la parte inferior de la página. by 30th November 2024.

Sobre nosotros

Fundado en 1954 para ser una fuerza dinámica en el desarrollo de la música coral en Irlanda, el Festival Coral Internacional de Cork se lleva a cabo anualmente durante los cinco días anteriores al primer lunes de mayo en lugares de toda la ciudad, alrededor del Ayuntamiento, uno de los más atractivos. y lugares acústicamente magníficos en Irlanda. Es uno de los principales festivales corales internacionales de Europa y se destaca por sus altos estándares competitivos, su excelente organización y la amabilidad de su acogida. Cada año, algunos de los mejores coros internacionales de aficionados son seleccionados para competir por el prestigioso Trofeo Internacional Fleischmann. Los coros seleccionados también tienen la oportunidad de actuar de manera no competitiva en una variedad de actividades del Festival presentadas durante el fin de semana, incluidos conciertos Fringe, actuaciones en la iglesia y actuaciones informales. Su presencia brinda al público ya los coros irlandeses la oportunidad única de asistir a una amplia gama de conciertos y sesiones competitivas mientras se encuentran en Cork. Además de coros extranjeros, el Festival presenta anualmente hasta 100 coros de Adultos, Jóvenes y Escolares que participan en Concursos Nacionales. En general, el Festival atrae a unos 5.000 participantes. El festival continúa asegurando que la música coral, representativa de muchas tradiciones históricas y culturales, llegue a la gente de Cork ya los numerosos visitantes que viajan a la ciudad para el evento.

¿Preguntas?

Si necesita más información, envíe un correo electrónico a: [email protected]

We are excited to announce the fantastic line-up for the 2024 edition of our fundraising concert, Evangelio en la Catedral, returning to St Fin Barre's Cathedral on Saturday, 12th October at 8pm! It promises to be another unforgettable evening, with an incredible selection of choirs set to fill the historic venue with the uplifting sounds of gospel music.

Taking the stage will be four fantastic choirs: MTU Gospel Choir, Castlelyons Gospel Choir, White Horse Gospel Choir, and Carrigaline Gospel Choir. Each group brings its own unique style and energy, making for a night that is sure to inspire and entertain.

Don't miss your chance to be part of this special event. Tickets are available aquí, so grab yours today and join us for an evening of joyous music and community spirit.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Our festival office will be closed from the 27th July to the 1st September. You can still send your questions our way using our contact form, and we will get back to you as soon as we return on Monday, 2nd September!

Happy summer holidays to all!

If you're in Cork and can't get enough of choral music, we're thrilled to announce the return of the Evangelio en la Catedral fundraising concert following last year's success. Mark your calendar for Saturday, 12th October. Tickets are already on sale to avoid disappointment, and details of the choir lineup will be announced in the coming weeks.

Join us for an extraordinary fundraising evening celebrating the vibrant world of gospel music and contemporary vocal performances in the amazing surroundings of Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral, Cork.

Immerse yourself in the infectious energy of gospel music, as well as the mesmerising renditions of other classics and contemporary choral pieces brought to life by incredibly talented singers. This unforgettable night promises to fill your hearts with boundless energy and create an uplifting experience you won't want to miss!