Friday 30 October 2022
Friday 30 October 2022
C-mine
C-mine
C-mine
Saturday 1 Oct 22
Contest:
from 10 am - 12.05 pm : session 1
from 1.30 pm – 3.35 pm: session 2
from 4 pm to 6 pm: session 3
LA BIOCHORISTA – 20h00 at LA BIOMISTA - Genk
“LA BIOCHORISTA” a unique symbiosis between La BIOMISTA, nature & heavenly choral sounds.
During a fairytale evening walk in the twilight of this beautiful park, the public is surprised by the heavenly sounds of 6 international top choirs.
Moreover, this concert gives the listener the unique opportunity to discover LABIOMISTA at dusk.
Small and large theater
International
Choral Festival
Flanders Genk
In the weekend of 2 to 4 October 2026, the International Choir Festival Flanders will take place for the 18th time at C-mine in Genk, in the heart of Limburg. There, the past and the charm of the old mine buildings go hand in hand with contemporary creativity: the suitable venue for a classical choral competition broadened with a new section (light music) and a festival day SingIn! Genk on Sunday.
The King's Singers
The musical weekend traditionally opens with a high-quality concert on Friday evening. This year, The King's Singers from the United Kingdom are our guests.
Workshop
Alongside their demanding performing and recording schedule – with over 100 concerts worldwide every season – the group leads educational workshops and residential courses across the globe, working with ensembles on their approaches to group singing.
Opening concert
The King's Singers have set the gold standard in a cappella singing on the world’s greatest stages for over 55 years. They are renowned for their unrivalled technique, musicianship and versatility, which stem from the group’s rich heritage and its drive to bring an extraordinary range of new and unique works, collaborations and recordings to life.
International choir competition: classical music
On Saturday, the international choir competition will take place for nine selected choirs in the classical music category. They will perform a competition programme that includes a set piece, specially composed for IKV-Genk.
The competition ticket is valid for two days.
The Singing Tables
The Singing Tables are a household name in Genk and the surrounding area, and are a must at this festival. With a lovely drink in hand, you can sing along in a relaxed atmosphere with literally everyone sitting around and next to you at the table, accompanied by live instruments such as the piano, guitar and accordion.
If you’d like to sing well-known Flemish classics and international hits, you’re very welcome. You don’t need to be an experienced singer to take part. The focus is on having fun, meeting people and the social aspect. Jeroen Vanesser will be keeping this singing extravaganza running smoothly.
Participation is FREE. Please register in advance.
International Choirs Gala Concert
Experience an unforgettable evening filled with musical splendor! During this exclusive gala concert, 12 top international choirs present an impressive program featuring the most beautiful choral music from all corners of the world. Let yourself be swept away by magnificent voices, moving harmonies, and a unique atmosphere of togetherness. A feast for the ear and the heart!
Workshop with Jonas Rasmussen
Jonas Rasmussen is undoubtedly a new phenomenon on the international choral scene. From playful warm-ups to in-depth insights into the repertoire, he makes choral music accessible, exciting and relevant to everyone.
During this workshop, he’ll take you on a journey through the soundscapes, traditions and current trends of Scandinavian choral music. This workshop is both practical and listening-focused: you’ll sing selected excerpts yourself and listen together to illustrative examples. Jonas shares his personal favourites from the various Scandinavian countries—ranging from well-known masters to surprising, lesser-known discoveries. An inspiring must-attend for any choir singer or conductor wishing to discover the surprising approach of this leading Danish conductor!
Workshop South American choral music
Step into the world of South American choral music, brimming with lively rhythms and warm, colourful timbres. The melodies dance to syncopated and swaying rhythmic patterns, whilst the harmonies feel both earthly and heavenly.
Let yourself be guided by Maria Guinand (Venezuela), an internationally renowned conductor and inspiring teacher who will take you on a journey through Caribbean and Latin American rhythms, singing and moving along the way. Expect infectious grooves, compelling polyphony and percussive vocal techniques that will immediately bring out the sparkle in you as a choir singer.
International choir competition: light music
On Sunday afternoon, the international choir competition will take place for six selected choirs in the light music category. They will perform a competition programme.
The competition ticket is valid for two days.
Festival day Sing'In Genk
Sunday is the festival day with workshops for all those who love to singing, choral singers and conductors. In the most beautiful locations of C-mine, international competition choirs will have a podium for a free programme. Alternating with them, choirs and groups from Genk and all over Flanders will perform.
At 18.00h, choirs and audience will sing the festival song together on the square of C-mine.
Entry to the festival day and the sing-along is completely FREE.
Final concert and proclamation
On Sunday evening, the festival concludes with the announcement of the results, followed by a performance by the laureates from both categories.
Entry to the closing ceremony is FREE.
