CANTOS International Choral Forum

How to Apply:

Non-Competitive Festive Choral Performance

• Applications must be submitted by the choir conductor, director, manager, or other authorized representative of the ensemble. Before submitting an application, applicants are encouraged to:

  1. Read the Terms & Conditions

  2. Submit: Completed Non-Competitive Festival Performance Application Form‍ ‍

• Any questions or problems? Email: cantoschoralfestival@gmail.com

Educational Presenter Application

(For conductors, educators, researchers, performers, and practitioners proposing educational sessions)

Applications are invited for:

• Masterclasses

• Workshops

• Lectures

• Lecture-recitals

• Seminars

• Panel discussions

Applicants must submit:

1. Completed Educational Presenter Application Form‍ ‍

2. Any additional materials requested by the Organizing Committee

Educational activities should support the Forum’s mission of international artistic exchange and dialogue between Global North and Global South choral traditions.

Terms & Conditions

Participation conditions:

• The CANTOS International Choral Forum is a non-competitive event dedicated to artistic exchange, cultural dialogue, and mutual respect among participating ensembles. All participating choirs will receive an official Certificate of Participation.

• Applications must be completed and submitted by the choir conductor, director, manager, or another authorized representative of the ensemble.

• Once an application has been submitted, any request to withdraw participation must be submitted in writing via email and is subject to the approval of the Festival Artistic Director.

Recording, Photography, & Media Rights

• The Festival Organization reserves the right to photograph, audio record, and video record any rehearsals, performances, workshops, presentations, or other activities taking place during the forum.

• By participating in the festival, choirs, conductors, and individual participants grant the Festival Organization the non-exclusive right to use, reproduce, publish, distribute, broadcast, and archive such recordings, photographs, and audiovisual materials for promotional, educational, archival, and non-commercial purposes.

• The Festival Organization may use these materials in print publications, websites, social media platforms, promotional campaigns, reports, and other official communications without further notification or compensation.

• Participating choirs and their members waive any claim to financial compensation, royalties, or other remuneration arising from the recording, reproduction, publication, or use of festival-related photographs, audio recordings, or video recordings.

• Copyright ownership of the musical works performed remains with the respective rights holders. The permissions granted under these terms apply solely to the recording and use of festival activities and performances by the Festival Organization.

Participation fees

Participation fees apply to all choir members, conductors, accompanists, instrumentalists, and accompanying delegates.

The following participation rates apply:

• Choirs from Egypt: 1,500 EGP per participant

• International choirs: 30 USD/EUR per participant

The participation fee includes:

• Admission to all festival activities

• Access to workshops, masterclasses, and educational sessions

• Official festival participation materials

• Certificate of Participation

Please note:Participation fees do not include accommodation, meals, local transportation, visa expenses, or international travel costs.

Discounts & Financial Assistance

To encourage broad international participation and equitable access, the CANTOS International Choral Forum offers a range of discounts and financial support opportunities.

The following discounts are available:

• School and youth choirs: 50% discount on participation fees

• Senior and community choirs: 50% discount on participation fees

• Inclusive choirs and choirs serving singers with disabilities: Up to 100% participation fee waiver

In addition, fee waivers may be available for choirs and participants from underrepresented regions, subject to review by the organizing committee.

The organizing committee remains committed to promoting equitable access, cultural diversity, and inclusive participation within the international choral community. Additional financial assistance may be considered on a case-by-case basis for ensembles facing significant economic, geographic, or accessibility barriers to participation.

Payment & Early Registration Discounts

Accepted choirs that complete payment of their participation fees during the early registration period are eligible for the following discounts:

• 1–5 September 2026: 30% discount.

• 6–10 September 2026: 25% discount.

• 11–15 September 2026: 15% discount.

Payment Schedule

Following the announcement of selected participants by the Organizing Committee, accepted choirs will be required to pay the applicable participation fees no later than 30 September 2026.

Payment Methods

Participation fees may be paid through one of the following methods:

• Bank transfer to the official festival account (bank details will be provided upon acceptance)

• Other approved payment methods as communicated by the Festival Organization

Important Information

Participation fees include admission to festival performances, workshops, masterclasses, and educational activities.

Participation fees do not include:

• International or domestic travel expenses

• Accommodation

• Meals and refreshments

• Visa and insurance costs

• Local transportation