INVITATION

With pleasure we INVITE you (Children’s, Youth & Adults Choral groups) to participate in the XI International Choir Festival “SINGING IN PARALIA”, which will be held on 25–29 June 2025.

The Festival’s light motive is to present and promote choral music of different countries, exchange experience, and provide an opportunity for members to come together, establish friendships, and share cultural presentations.

This non‑competitive festival brings together Children’s, Youth and Adult choral groups for cultural exchange, friendship and celebration of choral music against the stunning backdrop of the Aegean Sea.

 Festival Highlights

• Open to Children’s Choirs, Youth Choirs, Adult Choirs
• Three performance sections: Open‑air, Spiritual, Pop/Folk
• Non‑competitive format and free public performances
• Beachfront venues in Paralia and Olympic Beach
• Excursions: Meteora visit, boat trip, beach activities

 Participation Details

Regulations & Eligibility

• Every choir or singing formation may apply.
• Children’s Choirs: at least 2/3 of members ≤ 16 years
• Youth Choirs: at least 2/3 of members ≤ 27 years
• Adult Choirs: at least 1/3 of members > 27 years
• Max total group size: 70 (including singers, managers, musicians)
• Each choir must perform in at least two of three sections:

1. Open‑Air Performance (12–15 min, public outdoor)
2. Spiritual Music (8–14 min)
3. Pop or Folk Music (8–14 min)

• By applying, you agree to respect copyright and permit the Festival to use any audio/video recordings.

Application Requirements

• Completed application form
• Choir & conductor photographs
• Recent audio recording (uploaded online or posted)
• Short choir CV, plus promotional materials
• National flag of your ensemble
• Deadline: 8 June 2025

Participation Conditions

• Groups must supply own instruments.
• Choirs arrange their own arrival/departure transport.
• Personal and health insurance is each group’s responsibility (First Aid & hospital on‑site).

 Participation Fee

Festival Packages (Half Board – HB)

• €119 pp: 3 nights/4 days (2 meals/day)
• €149 pp: 4 nights/5 days
• €179 pp: 5 nights/6 days

All prices per person in double/triple/quad rooms; single & multiple‑bed rooms on request.

Supplements

• Extra double room: €12 pp/day
• Extra single room: €35 pp/day
• Extended stay: €32 pp/day HB

Included:

• Accommodation in 3★ hotels & apartments (Paralia/Olympic Beach)
• Daily breakfast & dinner
• Festival registration & welcome cocktail
• One free package per 24 paying participants
• Souvenir & group gift; attendance certificate
• Free parking; full festival promotion
• Local guide & printed program on arrival

Tourist Tax

• €2 pp/day

 Transportation

• Airport transfers (arrival & departure): Festival shuttle from Thessaloniki Airport to hotels, and back on 29 June.
• During festival days, all festival‑related transport is provided.

 Festival Program

Day 1 – 25 June 2025
12:00–14:00 Arrival & hotel check‑in
19:00–21:00 Dinner at hotel
21:00 Welcome reception for group leaders

Day 2 – 26 June
08:00–10:00 Breakfast
10:00–14:00 Beach time or excursion
17:00–19:30 Dinner at hotel
21:00 Aloha beach party

Day 3 – 27 June
09:00–10:00 Breakfast
10:00–14:00 Optional Meteora excursion
17:00–18:30 Dinner at hotel
19:30 Festival evening performance

Day 4 – 28 June
09:00–10:00 Breakfast
10:00–14:00 Boat trip
18:30–20:30 Dinner at hotel
21:00 Free night – explore Paralia

Day 5 – 29 June
09:00–10:00 Breakfast
10:00 Check‑out & departure

 Application & Payment Details

• Submit application form by 8 June 2025.
• Payment instructions will follow acceptance.