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A Global Chorus: 35 Choirs Come Together for the 6th Andrea O. Veneracion International Choral Festival in Manila
Manila, Philippines — From August 20–24, 2025, the Ateneo de Manila University’s Arete hall and other venues will resonate with exceptional harmonies as the 6th Andrea O. Veneracion International Choral Festival (AOVICF) gathers thirty-five choirs from the Philippines and internationally.
Bacoor Hope Children’s Chorus
This biennial festival honors National Artist for Music Andrea O. Veneracion, the legendary founder of the renowned Philippine Madrigal Singers. It stands as a shining example of choral excellence in Asia. More than just a competition, it serves as a lively gathering of diverse cultures, traditions, and artistic expressions—where voices come together to go beyond borders.
CLSU Maestro Singers
Choir Photo – Coro Jesu
Choir Photo – FLOICE
The Cultural Center of the Philippines hosts the choral festival, in partnership with the Philippine Madrigal Singers and Areté at Ateneo de Manila University, aiming to promote and grow the choral movement throughout the Philippines and Asia.
Six Categories, One Celebration of Harmony
The 2025 edition opens six competition stages, each with its own distinct character:
Children’s Choir – young talents aged 14 and below:
Bacoor Hope Children’s Chorus, Kirana Teenage Choir, Marbel Children’s Chorus, Sta. Teresa College Children’s Choir
Equal Voices – singers aged 15 and above performing within the same vocal range:
Koro Ilustrado, Miriam College High School Glee Club, St. Scholastica’s College Manila High School Glee Club, Tarlac Männerchor
Folk Song and Indigenous Music – preserving cultural heritage through mixed and equal voice ensembles:
Bacoor Hope Children’s Chorus, Coro Regina Coeli, De La Salle University Chorale, FLOICE, Holy Angel University Chorale, Letran Singing Ambassadors, MSU-IIT Octava Choral Society, Saint Louis University Glee Club, Silay City Chorale, Sta. Teresa College Children’s Choir, Tarlac State University Chorale, Ubaya Choir, University of Baguio Voices Chorale, University of the Cordilleras Chorale, USEP Harmonia Polifonica Chorale
Mixed Choir – showcasing the rich textures of SATB ensembles:
Coro Jesu, De La Salle University Chorale, De La Salle University Dasmariñas Chorale, Eastern Chamber Singers, Far Eastern University Chorale, Koro Seraphim, Letran Singing Ambassadors, MSU-IIT Octava Choral Society, NDMU Tambuli Singers, Novo Concertante Manila, Philippine Vocal Ensemble, Saint Louis University Glee Club, Tarlac State University Chorale, Technological Institute of the Philippines Choral Society, Ubaya Choir, University of the East Chorale, University of the Cordilleras Chorale
Musica Sacra – sacred works spanning three distinct musical periods:
CLSU Maestro Singers, Coro Jesu, Coro Regina Coeli, De La Salle University Dasmariñas Chorale, Eastern Chamber Singers, Far Eastern University Chorale, Himig Roseña, Holy Angel University Chorale, Koro ‘Sanghaya, Koro Seraphim, Miriam College High School Glee Club, MSU-IIT Octava Choral Society, Novo Concertante Manila, Philippine Vocal Ensemble, Sta. Teresa College Children’s Choir, University of the East Chorale, University of the Cordilleras Chorale, USEP Harmonia Polifonica Chorale
Popular Music – familiar favorites reimagined for choral voices:
Coro Regina Coeli, De La Salle University Dasmariñas Chorale, Eastern Chamber Singers, FLOICE, Himig Roseña, Koro ‘Sanghaya, Silay City Chorale, Technological Institute of the Philippines Choral Society, UNP Danggay Saririt Vocal Ensemble
A Festival Beyond Competition
At its core, AOVICF is about more than just winning titles; it aims to foster cultural exchange and deepen appreciation for choral music. By uniting communities through the shared joy of song, choirs will not only compete but also learn from one another, exchange artistic insights, and form lasting friendships.
Choir Photo – Letran Singing Ambassadors
Choir Photo – Miriam College High School (MCHS) Glee Club
Choir Photo – University of Baguio Voices Chorale
Special Performances and Tickets
The Opening and Closing Ceremonies are free to the public. Tickets for the competition are priced at PHP 500.
The grand Festival Finale Concert, featuring the Philippine Madrigal Singers, will take place on August 24 at 3:00 PM in Hyundai Hall. Ticket prices are as follows:
Orchestra seats: PHP 2,000
Balcony seats: PHP 1,500
Discounts are available for senior citizens, PWDs, students, government employees, national athletes, and military personnel. For ticket inquiries and group reservations, please contact the CCP Box Office at 0931 033 0880 or email salesandpromotions@culturalcenter.gov.ph.
Full schedules and updates are available at www.aovchoralfestph.com or via the official Facebook page of CCP Arts Education Programs.
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A Global Chorus: 35 Choirs Come Together for the 6th Andrea O. Veneracion International Choral Festival in Manila
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