Concert overview
The concert program of VOICES OF SPIRIT showcases the full diversity of choral music:
from thrilling gala evenings to moving a cappella concerts in special venues in the city of Graz.
Wednesday, May 05, 2027 | Graz city center
Long Night of Choirs
6:00 PM Opening of the Long Night of Choirs | Landhaushof
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Long Night of Choirs | various performance venues
9:30 PM Closing of the Long Night of Choirs | Landhaushof
Wednesday, May 06, 2027 | Kammersaal
05:00 | VOICES WELCOME
Festival Opening | Kammersaal
A celebration of voices, music and connection! The opening concert of Voices of Spirit 2027 brings the participating festival choirs together on one stage, officially launching the festival and showcasing the incredible diversity of choral music – across generations, genres and borders.
Under the direction of experienced conductors and featuring a repertoire ranging from classical vocal music and contemporary compositions to pop and jazz, the choirs share their passion for singing and celebrate the joy of making music together.
This concert is all about connection and encounter: voices from different countries, cities and musical traditions come together to create something truly special.
An evening full of energy, emotion and community – the perfect opening to a festival celebrating the power of choral music in all its diversity.
08:00 | RINGMASTERS
Gala Concert | Kammersaal
The Ringmasters, crowned Barbershop World Champions in 2012, combine breathtaking a cappella virtuosity with the infectious energy of pop music.
Their electrifying performances take audiences on a musical journey from barbershop classics and Swedish choral music to Simon & Garfunkel, The Beatles, Elvis Presley and beyond.
A spectacular showcase of four-part harmony, vocal brilliance and pure entertainment!
Friday, May 07, 2027 | Kammersaal
04:00 | VOICES IN JAZZ
Concert Vocal Music | J.J. Fux Conservatory
Simone Kopmajer and the participants of the Vocal Music Masterclass present the pieces they have worked on during the masterclass, accompanied by Reinhard Winkler on drums.
An afternoon of jazz, groove and inspiring vocal performances! 🎶
Saturday, May 08, 2027 | Landhaushof, Andräkirche, Münzgrabenkirche, Kammersaal
11:00 | FESTIVAL CHOIRS IN CONCERT
Landhaushof (in case of rain: Bernhardinsaal)
Experience the participating festival choirs performing in the beautiful setting of the Landhaushof.
01:00 | SING TOGETHER
Landhaushof
Join festival choirs and audiences for a joyful community singing session led by Franz M. Herzog and international guest conductors.
03:00 | LEADING VOICES
Final Concert – Conducting Masterclasses | Andräkirche
Featuring Tori Longdon, Helmut Zeilner and the participants of the Conducting Masterclasses, together with Vocalforum Graz and KlangScala Salzburg.
06:00 | BAROQUE SPLENDOUR
Polychoral Music at the Graz Court around 1600 | Münzgrabenkirche
The KUG Studio Choir, conducted by Howard Arman (GB), presents a programme of magnificent polychoral music from the musical tradition of the Graz court around 1600.
08:30 | VOICES UNITED
Festival Finale | Kammersaal
A spectacular festival finale bringing together the participants of the Ensemble Singing Masterclass under the direction of Blake Morgan, the project choirs led by Jing Ling-Tam and Rasmus Krigström, and the Ringmasters.
