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Cork International Choral Festival·in association with Goethe-Institut Irland presents
Opening Gala Concert
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Requiem (K. 626)
Wednesday 2nd May, 8pm, Cork City Hall
featuring:
Goethe-Institut Choir, Dublin
Orchestra of St Cecilia
Virginia Kerr, Soprano
Sharon Carty, Alto
Eamonn Mulhall, Tenor
Philip O'Reilly, Bass
Conductor John Dexter
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Widely regarded as one of the most enigmatic pieces of music ever composed, Mozart's final moments are reflected through this masterpiece of great depth and intensity.
Tickets: €30 / €20 / €15 / €10 Early Bird tickets 
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Cork International Choral Festival and Cork Opera House present
An Evening with The King's Singers
United Kingdom
Thursday 3rd May 2012, 8pm, Cork Opera House
Grammy Award winning ensemble, The King's Singers, bring their flawless vocal blend to Cork as part of their 2012 European Tour. The inspiration for vocalists the world over, this acclaimed English group present a delightful mix of madrigals, contemporary and popular music, from Thomas to Michael Bublé.
“The superlative vocal sextet” – The Times, London
Tickets: €42.50 / €35 / €25 *
* Please note that no concessions / group rates apply to this concert
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Cork International Choral Festival presents
The National Chamber Choir of Ireland
with Conductor Paul Hillier
Friday 4th May 2012, 7.30pm, St. Finbarre's Cathedral,
The first of our Friday evening Gala performances will see The National Chamber Choir of Ireland embark on a unique and contemporary musical journey, under the direction of Conductor Paul Hillier.
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"The heights of excellence...subtle and imaginative" Irish Examiner
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Tickets: €20
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Cork International Choral Festival presents
'Evocations' - The Gentlemen Singers
Czech Republic
Friday 4th May 2012, 10.30pm, Cathedral of St Mary & St Anne
The late night ‘Evocation’s Gala is a wonderful opportunity to witness the unique talent of internationally celebrated Czech ensemble, The Gentlemen Singers in the emotive surroundings of North Cathedral.
"Boundless a cappella choral singing that is always flawless" - Steenwijker Courant Magazine, Netherlands
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Tickets: €15 / €10 Early Bird tickets
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Cork International Choral Festival presents
Fleischmann International Trophy Competition
Saturday 5th May 2012, 3pm & 8pm, Cork City Hall
Join us to witness some of the worlds top amateur choirs compete for one of the most prestigious prizes in European choral music. With representation from as far as the Philippines and Singapore to the best of home grown talent, this year's competition will no doubt see passions flare and voices soar. Enjoy some audio snippets and pick your winning Fleischmann choir for 2012!
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Tickets: €25 / €20 / €15 (Combined entry to 3pm & 8pm sessions) / €5 for 3pm session only
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Cork International Choral Festival presents
Closing Gala Concert
Sunday 6th May 2012, 8pm, Cork City Hall
International choirs present choral music representative of their musical and ethnic backgrounds in a large and celebratory cabaret style concert. The week draws to a close, and our international choirs mark the end of a superb festival with a joyful celebration of song, colour, and a few surprises!
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Tickets: €30 / €20 / €15
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