The International Federation for Choral Music IFCM is endorsing the statement of one of its founding organizations in Europe, the European Choral Association, as we stand in solidarity with the victims of the war in Ukraine.
As an organization founded 40 years ago to facilitate communication and exchange between choral musicians throughout the world, we are worried about the long-term effects of the war for the entire world and the threats it means to our rights.
We stand behind the act of support undertaken by the European Choral Association and our members in Europe.
"The act of singing together is in stark contrast to war. As an international singing community, we emphasize singing’s ability to unify, demonstrate defiance and bring comfort."
IFCM International Online Cafes are open to everyone! Recordings are available to IFCM members only. Since the first online meeting in 2023, IFCM has invited prestigious choral leaders, conductors and composers, from all over the world: Maria Guinand (Venezuela), Eric Banks (USA), Michael Ostrzyga (Germany), Tracy Wong (Malaysia/Canada), Luz Helena Peñaranda (Colombia), Joel Magus P. Navarro (Philippines), Ana María Raga (Venezuela), Carmen Acevedo (Puerto Rico), Jurģis Cābulis (Latvia), Lim Ai Hooi (Singap
Read moreOur focus at the moment is to unite the choral calendars of international choral organisations. Meanwhile please consult the calendar of choral events published by the European Choral Association - Europa Cantat here.
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