St John's Smith Square is delighted to announce the 16 choirs, from 11 different countries, who will be competing in this year's London International A Cappella Choral Competition.
Conceived in 2013 by Peter Phillips, the London International A Cappella Choral Competition brings together vocal groups from around the world to hear each other sing competitively; learn from each other’s strengths and weaknesses; and possibly even win! There is no other competition like it in the UK, with a purely a cappella focus, that aims to simultaneously nurture and challenge choirs.
There will be four Heats during the competition week, with the Grand Final taking place on Saturday 1 July 2017. Competing choirs are also offered the opportunity to perform a lunchtime recital in a central London venue, and to participate in a specialist vocal workshop.
Additional events include an opening concert celebrating the choral work of Arvo Pärt, who is this year's featured composer; The Tallis Scholars in concert directed by Peter Phillips, Chairman of the Jury; as well as a film screening and photography exhibition about the life and work of Arvo Pärt.
St John's Smith Square is grateful for the support of the Arvo Pärt Centre, Estonia, and the Embassy of Estonia.
Tickets are available from the St John's Smith Square Box Office and booking will open at 10.00am on Wednesday 15 March 2017.
Full Competition and Choir details can be found at liaccc.org.uk
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