Sound highlights: Sing-along concert inspires at the choir festival in Nuremberg

Sound highlights: Sing-along concert inspires at the choir festival in Nuremberg

In Nuremberg, the German Choir Festival 2025 has developed into a true festival of voices. From May 29th to June 1st, over 12,000 singers gathered to fill Europe's largest pedestrian zone with their music. This year the motto of the event was “Voice of Diversity”, which the numerous concerts and participation activities for the general public only underline. So reported nn.de of around 600 concerts that took place in 28 venues and several social institutions.

A very special highlight was the sing-along concert “Klangwelten”, which took place on May 31st in the Meistersingerhalle. Around 210 singers from the project choir of the Bamberg Singers' Circle, under the direction of Thomas Wolf, accompanied the audience in a series of impressive works such as “O Fortuna” by Carl Orff and “Adiemus” by Karl Jenkins. The accompanying ensemble, the symphonic wind orchestra of the Priesendorf Music Association, rounded off the musical experience. Loud wiesentbote.de The performance was an impressive example of the power of choral music in combination with orchestral accompaniment.

An experience to sing along and listen to

The sing-along concert aimed to invite all choir enthusiasts to a communal experience. The preparation for the works, which the choir members could rehearse independently, was very well received. Sheet music was available during the concert via a QR code, so that the audience could participate even more actively, which made the event particularly dynamic. Ticket prices were 20 euros for regular visitors and were available at a reduced price for choir festival participants.

In addition to the sing-along concert, there were numerous other attractions during the festival. Not only were competitions held in 12 categories, but special formats such as “Loud & Proud – a Queer Singalong Celebration” also took place. Families could spend a musical day at the Carusos family singing or the SingBus festival. This diversity was highlighted by around 477 concerts every half hour, which transformed the entire city into one large stage.

A feast for all senses

The mayor of Nuremberg, Marcus König, described the choir festival as a “summer fairy tale of diversity of voices”. He emphasized that such an event not only enriches musical culture, but also strengthens the sense of community. The musical highlight with a variety of choirs, including well-known ensembles such as the Windsbacher Boys' Choir and the Bavarian Radio Choir, offered the guests an unforgettable experience. This interplay of passionate singing and orchestral support reinforces the importance of such events for cultural coexistence in Germany.

At the end of the choir festival, the visitors agreed: music connects, and the German choir festival 2025 was a perfect example of how the power of singing can build bridges. If you couldn't be there, you now have one more reason to note the next issue in your calendar!