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Welcome to Cantor Évents from Côte d’Ivoire, a New Local Organization Member of IFCM
Published: Jul 07,2026

We are pleased to welcome Cantor Évents as a new member of the International Federation for Choral Music.

Based in Côte d'Ivoire, Cantor Évents is a non-profit event agency specializing in the creation and organization of choral performances. Among its flagship initiatives is the International Exhibition of the Choral Industry and Related Cultural Industries – SIICA Harmonie 225 (Abidjan, 1-16 December 2026) a biennial event that promotes the development of choral art in Côte d'Ivoire, across Africa, and internationally.

The program will feature the General Assembly of the Choral Industry, expert panel discussions, professional training sessions, the Cantor Awards 5, the Bel Canto 2 Solo Lyric Singers Competition, sightseeing activities, and initiatives in cultural diplomacy, creating valuable opportunities for dialogue, networking, and artistic exchange.

SIICA Harmonie 225 aims to foster innovation, collaboration, and sustainable development while celebrating the richness and diversity of the global choral community.

We warmly welcome Cantor Évents to the IFCM network and look forward to supporting its important contribution to the global choral community.

Contact: cantorevents@gmail.com

 

Finalists of the last Cantor Awards and the Bel Canto Solo Lyric Singers Competition

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