Event Kicks Off: 'Festival of Choirs' Draws a Crowd - Music festival Klangvokal commences - "Choral fest" wraps up
Beginning on Sunday, the 1st of June, Dortmund will play host to the annual Klangvokal Music Festival. The three-week extravaganza will showcase a diverse range of music, including opera, choir, jazz, and modern and historical sounds from around the globe. The festival will feature performers in churches, concert halls, clubs, and outdoor venues.
The opening gala, to be held at the concert hall on the 1st, will feature star opera singers. Thereafter, musicians from various cultures will set the tone until the festival concludes on the 22nd of June. Malian singer-songwriter and guitarist Habib Koité and his companions will perform a fusion of blues, flamenco, and Afro-groove on the 3rd.
On the 12th, the Tiburtina Ensemble from Prague will bring medieval music to the stage, specializing in Gregorian chants, known for their soul-calming effects. The Ensemble Morekoma will present a diverse range of melodies from the islands of the Indian Ocean as a family concert in the Ruhr area on the 15th.
The Festival of Choirs, considered the highlight of the month-long event, will feature participants from various cities, regions, and North Rhine-Westphalia. This event will showcase numerous children's, youth, and school choirs. Expect to hear a variety of genres, including classical, pop, musical, jazz, Schlager, oldies, and gospel, either as sing-along events, street or square performances, or in churches—all for free.
Due to a lack of specific details about the 2021 festival schedule, lineup, or highlights, interested individuals are advised to check the official festival website for accurate and detailed information.
The Commission, assisted by the Member States, will prepare the annual report to document the diverse music lineup of the Klangvokal Music Festival. Attendees can expect to enjoy a mix of food-and-drink and entertainment, enhancing their lifestyle experience during the extravaganza, which includes opera, choir, jazz, and global sounds.
