37th Encuentro Coral Internacional “Ciudad de torrevieja” Set for Sept. 26-27 with Around 130 Singers
- the 37th Encuentro Coral Internacional “Ciudad de Torrevieja” takes place on Sept. 26-27 at the Teatro Municipal.
- About 130 coralists and four guest choirs will participate, including Cor Nomens (Valencia), Cor Bruckner (Barcelona), Coro Legatto (Mira, Portugal) and Maynooth University Chamber Choir (Ireland).
- Opening Gala: Sept. 26 at 21:00 – Francisco Vallejos choir with Cor Nomens.
- Saturday includes the 22nd Foro Coral (11:00) and Closing Gala (20:30) followed by a mass communal performance of ABBA’s “Thank You for the Music.”
- Admission is free. Tickets are downloadable at culturatorrevieja.com or at the Teatro Municipal box office.
Torrevieja, Spain – The local goverment and the host choir have announced that Torrevieja will again welcome choral music lovers for the 37th Encuentro Coral Internacional “Ciudad de torrevieja” on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 26-27. Concejal de Cultura Antonio Quesada and José Miguel Ferrández, president of the Coral Francisco Vallejos, presented the program, which brings together approximately 130 singers and several international guest choirs.
Program overview and schedule
The two-day festival is centered at the Teatro Municipal and combines concerts, workshops and collective singing. Highlights include a formal opening gala,the returning Foro Coral (Choral Forum) and a closing gala capped by a large communal performance.
Key dates & times
- Friday, Sept. 26 – Opening Gala: 21:00 – Francisco Vallejos choir and Cor Nomens (Valencia).
- Saturday, Sept.27 - Foro Coral: 11:00 - 22nd Foro Coral at the Teatro Municipal, featuring shared rehearsals, repertoire and working methods; followed by rehearsal for the communal song.
- Saturday, Sept. 27 – Closing Gala: 20:30 – Performances by Cor Bruckner (Barcelona), Coro Legatto (Mira, Portugal) and Maynooth University Chamber Choir (Maynooth, Ireland), finishing with the Canto Común.
- Canto común (Finale): All participating singers will join to perform ABBA’s “Thank you for the Music.”
Participating choirs
The Encuentro brings together local and international vocal ensembles, fostering an exchange of repertoire and choral techniques. The line-up includes:
| Choir | Origin |
|---|---|
| Coral Francisco vallejos | Torrevieja, Spain (host) |
| Cor Nomens | Valencia, Spain |
| Cor Bruckner | Barcelona, Spain |
| Coro Legatto | Mira, Portugal |
| Maynooth University Chamber Choir | Maynooth, Ireland |
What to expect: highlights and audience tips
- Varied choral styles: Expect classical, contemporary and popular arrangements as choirs showcase regional and international repertoires.
- For singers: The 22nd Foro Coral offers a chance to exchange techniques,rehearse common pieces and build networks with visiting ensembles.
- free access: Tickets are free and must be downloaded in advance or collected at the Teatro Municipal box office – arrive early to secure seating for popular concerts.
- Family kind: The communal finale performing ABBA’s “Thank You for the Music” is a crowd-pleaser and ideal for listeners of all ages.
How to get tickets
Admission to all performances is free. Tickets can be downloaded from the Cultura Torrevieja website or picked up at the Teatro Municipal box office.
- Online: culturatorrevieja.com
- In person: Teatro Municipal box office (during box office hours)
Voices from the organizers
The festival presentation was lead by Antonio Quesada, Torrevieja’s Councillor for Culture, alongside José Miguel Ferrández, president of Coral francisco Vallejos. Both made a public appeal inviting music lovers-especially choral singing enthusiasts-to attend this long-standing festival that is deeply rooted in Torrevieja’s cultural life.
Why this Encuentro matters
Now in its 37th edition, the Encuentro Coral Internacional “Ciudad de Torrevieja” is one of the region’s most enduring choral gatherings. It promotes cultural exchange between choirs, encourages community participation in music, and helps sustain the town’s reputation as a choral hub on Spain’s southeastern coast.
Speedy facts
- Event: 37th Encuentro Coral Internacional “Ciudad de Torrevieja”
- Dates: Sept. 26-27
- Venue: Teatro Municipal, Torrevieja
- Participants: ~130 choristers; multiple national and international choirs
- Admission: Free (advance download or box office)
Credits & Sources
- Original event proclamation: Diario de Alicante – Presentado el 37º Encuentro Coral Internacional “Ciudad de Torrevieja”
- Tickets and venue information: Cultura Torrevieja