INVITATION

With pleasure we INVITE Folk Ensembles, Choral Groups, Brass Bands, Orchestras, Modern Dance Groups, and Majorette Teams (children, youth, and adult groups) participate in XI International Choir Festival “VIENNA CANTAT”, in Vienna, Austria.

The intention of our invitation and the Festival light motive is to present the cultural tradition of different countries and to provide an opportunity for the members of groups to get together, to establish friendships and culture presentation trough dance and music.The idea of the Festival is to bring the music closer to the people and to present the music on the streets and the squares.The festival is open for folk and choir ensembles, as well as orchestras and majorettes regardless of the members gender and age.

Vienna, the former heart of the Habsburg Empire, enchants with its opulent past and vibrant cultural scene. As the "City of Music," it echoes the brilliance of composers like Mozart and Strauss, while imperial palaces like Schönbrunn and the Hofburg showcase its unmatched grandeur. Don't forget to savor the legendary Viennese coffee house culture—a UNESCO tradition—or gaze upon the masterpieces, including Klimt's The Kiss, at the Belvedere Palace.

 General Rules:

The festival is a non-competitive event open to Choral Groups, Vocal and Singing Groups. Groups are limited to three per country.

Participants include managers, musicians, and accompanying persons. Family members are also welcome at the same participation fee.

Each group should prepare a 12–15 minute program and bring their country’s flag. A short CV and four photos must be sent by email.

Groups are responsible for their own transportation to and from Vienna.

 Participation information

Participation fee is

149 euro per person for 3 BB in luxury A&T hostel in the center of the city www.athostel.com in multibed rooms

185 Euro per person – for 3 BB – accommodatiоn in 3* hotels like HOTEL ASTORIA, APART HOTEL BIANKA,

159 euro per person – for 3 BB – accommodation in 4* EVENT HOTEL Pyramide or Arion City hotel 4* hotel

It covers hotel accommodation 3 nights (bad and breakfast (OPEN BUFFET) – in multibad rooms on selected hotel.

Prices do not include tour tax ( 3.5 euro per day per person) and facultative excursions.

 Festival organizers provide:

One free spot for every 25 participants
Certificates of attendance, souvenirs, and gifts for each group
Drinks during performances
Advertising through press releases, social media, posters, and flyers
Video and photo links post-event (the festival organization retains copyright)
Optional airport transfers and transport during the festival (at group’s expense)

Insurance: Personal responsibility and health insurance are within the other obligations of the groups. First Aid and Medical Hospital will be available, medical services must be covered by the group

Transportation: The festival will organize the transport for the groups coming by plane by picking them up from the airport, during the festival days and back to the same airport( paid additionally additional).

 Festival program  :

Day 1
14:00 – Arrival in Vienna, hotel check-in, free time for sightseeing
20:00–21:30 – Meeting with the festival director

Day 2
08:00–10:00 – Breakfast
10:00–15:00 – Optional city tour with local guides and free time to prepare for the evening
18:30–21:30 – Festival evening with performances, closing ceremony, and presentation of certificates and gifts

Day 3
08:00–10:00 – Breakfast
10:00–17:00 – Free time for shopping or optional visit to a medieval castle
21:00 – Free evening in Vienna

Day 4
09:00 – Breakfast

 COMMUNICATION STEPS

Step 1 — Apply

Fill out the online application form with your group details.

Step 2 — Confirmation

You’ll instantly receive an email confirming we got your application.

Step 3 — Application Number

Within 2 days you’ll receive your Application Number and required materials list.

Step 4 — Review

WOFA reviews your application and checks availability.

Step 5 — Acceptance

If accepted, you’ll receive an Invitation Letter and deposit instructions.

Deposit must be paid within 10 days.

Step 6 — Secure Your Spot

Send us your deposit confirmation. Your participation is officially confirmed.

Step 7 — Finalization

A WOFA coordinator will guide you through the final steps: participant list, travel details, and performance info.

 Important Details

Festival organisers provide a stage for the performance.

Festival location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iyPa2nNTZqtiQDEJ9

The official festival program will be provided one month before arrival.

Festival Highlights

See videos of performances on our official YouTube playlist:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=StPh54h-aoY&list=PL8RE8ufsZ316xDQXmbAU4kD2S_-8Hr-Mo

 Excursion information

Optional guided tours and cultural experiences are available, including:

City tour with professional guides
Visits to Hofburg Palace, Schloss Belvedere, Schönbrunn Palace, and the Ringstrasse
Exploration of Vienna’s coffee-house culture and shopping districts
Optional visit to a medieval castle (Day 3)

Excursion costs are not included in the participation fee and will be provided upon request.

 NEWS FROM THE FESTIVAL                                            Published on 10.04.2025

From 08-12  April 2025 in Vienna was held X International Choir Festival “VIENNA CANTAT” with great success.

At the festival over 250 participants from Poland,Spain,Montenegro, Albania, Bulgaria,Lithuania,Romania

On the welcome reception with the leaders of the groups on 8 April  director of the festival Mr Zoran Strezovski wished them welcome in the beautiful city and explained the detailed program.

On 9 April  festival evening was held on the stage of the city of Vienna where all ensembles had their performances. Organizers of the festivals were WOFA - World Festival Association

In 2023 the festival had over 300 participants and 6 ensembles from 5 EU countries.

NUMBER OF SEATS IS LIMITED on 350 participants and 10 ensembles!!

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Reviews from the groups:

This festival has review of 8 groups and average estimation is EXCELLENT - 9,1/10