Three freely chosen compositions of different character and from at least 2 epochs are to be performed. Works from the Advent repertoire of the choirs may also be integrated into the competition program.

• Number of singers: at least 4
• Singing time: The singing time should be a minimum of 8 minutes and a maximum of 12 minutes.
• Accompaniment: A maximum of 1 work may be accompanied.

A detailed description of the competition categories can also be found in the booklet available for download:
Participant Information [German](1.7 MB)

The jury reserves the right to nominate up to two choirs to participate in the competition for the Grand Prize. The winner of this competition will receive the Grand Prize of the German Choir Championship 2021.

• Program: Two freely chosen a cappella pieces. One of the two pieces may not have been performed by the choir in the competition performances of the event. Both pieces must be confirmed by the Artistic Committee.
• Singing time: The singing time should be maximum 8 minutes.

All choirs that do not wish to participate in one of the competition categories will have the opportunity to present a maximum 15-minute program consisting of 3 pieces to the jury.
After the completion of the program, there will be a short, internal consultation of the choir experts. Finally, the program will be discussed with the choir in an open and friendly atmosphere. The choir will receive advice for future participation in international competitions.

• Number of singers: unlimited
• Singing time: maximum 15 minutes
• Accompaniment: possible for all works
• Total duration: 45 minutes

Registration fee

Participation in this event requires payment of the registration fee (per choir and category) and a participation fee per person. The registration fee for each activity (advisory round, competition category) is 250 EUR. This amount is due immediately with the respective registration and has to be paid to the Förderverein INTERKULTUR e.V. without any deductions. Any bank charges will be borne by the client.

The bank details for the payment of the registration fee are as follows:
Account holder: Förderverein INTERKULTUR e.V.
Name of the bank: Deutsche Bank
Bank code: 513 700 24 Account number: 015 218 100
SWIFT-Code (BIC): DEUTDE DB 513
IBAN for EU countries: DE06 5137 0024 0015 2181 00
Reason for payment: D212+name of choir or ensemble (please fill in completely!)

Participation fee

Participants pay a participation fee of 25 EUR per active participant. This fee includes organizational costs as well as reduced tickets for the opening event.
The participation fee can be refunded without deduction for cancellations until September 26, 2021. Thereafter, cancellation fees will apply in the following increments:

• until October 16, 2021: 30% of the participation fee
• until November 16, 2021: 50% of the participation fee
• from November 17, 2021: 100% of the participation fee

Passive participants can buy tickets for individual categories or concerts.

Choirs (singers and accompanying members) are required to organize their own transportation. The costs are covered by the participating choir.

If you need accommodation in Koblenz for your participation in the Deutsche Chormeisterschaft 2021, we are happy to refer you to the services of our partner agency M&C Music Contact GmbH. The booking of accommodation as a service of the agency is optional and has no influence on your participation in the event.

Information about participation and competition rules

Participant Information [German](1.7 MB)

Registration Form

Please send the completed registration form via email to mail(at)interkultur.com. Additionally please print it, sign it and send it via post with the other registration documents to our office.

Registration Form [German](350 KB)

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