BIOGRAPHIES solfège note names, its name is also taken from the nearby Isle of Ré. Recently the choir has swelled to around 70 choristers, and all members enjoy their repertoire from chants and songs, from traditional sacred music to modern gospel arrangements, from classical to contemporary popular music, and also taking in a few Irish ballads. They have taken in tours outside of France, including the International Choir Music and Choir Competition in Verona, where they were awarded a prize in 2004, and Prague in 2008.
Fri 2nd May, 10.30am: Choir Meet & Greet, City Hall
When & Where:
Performing Groups
Thu 1st May, 11am: Choral Trail: Hayfield Manor Hotel Thu 1st May, 1pm: Choral Trail: Cork University Hospital Fri 2nd May, 10.30am: Choir Meet & Greet, City Hall Fri 2nd May, 2pm: Choral Trail: Merchants Quay Fri 2nd May, 6pm: Choral Trail: Electric Bar & Restaurant Sat 3rd May, 2pm: Afternoons in the Atrium, Clarion Hotel
Sat 3rd May, 8pm: Guest Performance: Fleischmann International Trophy Competition, City Hall Sun 4th May, 11.30am: Sacred Trail: Church of Incarnation, Frankfield Sun 4th May, 2.45pm: Guest Performance: National Church Competition, St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral Sun 4th May, 5.15pm: Awards Ceremony, City Hall
CADA Performing Arts IRELAND Artistic Director: Catherine Mahon-Buckley
Vocal Choral Studio Istok RUSSIA Conductors: Anjela Zingarenko, Maria Shister, Elena Pavlova & Elizabeth Timoeva
Vocal Choral Studio Istok is made up of three girls’ choirs that have combined for the Cork International Choral Festival. The largest group is Children’s Choir Istok, who performs a varied repertoire ranging from folk and classical to contemporary compositions. Youth Chamber Choir Istok was created in 2010, and the group of nine has participated in local, national and international festivals. The smallest ensemble, A Piena Voce, was founded in 2012, and includes both pupils and teachers from Vocal Choral Studio Istok. Between the three groups, they have performed in local, national and international competitions and festivals, toured Russia and Europe, and included the finest concert halls of St. Petersburg in their venues. The Studio itself was founded in 2000 with a dedication to preserving the traditions of St. Petersburg school choirs, and instilling a love for classical Russian and European music, and for this Festival will feature the conductors Angela Zingarenko, Maria Shister, Elena Pavlova, and Elizabeth Timoeva. When & Where: Thu 1st May, 11am: Fringe Concert: Masonic Hall
CADA Performing Arts is a centre for performers and communicators to stretch themselves, learn new skills, and reach their full potential. CADA also comprises (a) a special needs integration programme – where performers’ gifts are highlighted; (b) a Youth Theatre Company and (c) a youth choir. CADA Performing Arts allows all its students to be stars. Catherine MahonBuckley, renowned director, teacher and actress, is Artistic Director of the Academy. Her credits as an actress include Maggie in Big Maggie, Bessie in The Plough and the Stars, Cassie in Cass Maguire, and Man of La Mancha. She has directed such works as Battle of the Sexes, Through the Wire, and the national premiere of Fame, plus several pantomimes. Catherine is part of an excellent staff in the Academy. CADA’s performance in the Choral Festival involves pupils, teachers and parents.
Ceoltóirí Mhúscraí IRELAND Director: Martin Power. Tutors: Caroline Ní Chathasaigh / Brian McGillicuddy Ceoltóirí Mhúscraí is a group of highly talented young Irish traditional musicians, singers and dancers
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