Chorus Inside Sicily - International Choral Festival

An international choral festival in the heart of Palermo

Chorus Inside Sicily is the International Choral Festival that brings Palermo, the capital of the Sicily Region, to life every spring, turning it into a meeting point for choral groups from all over Europe. The event is promoted by Chorus Inside International, a choral federation affiliated with Federcori (Italian Choral Federation), in collaboration with Chorus Inside Sicilia, and is held under the patronage of the City of Palermo.

The International Choral Competition at the Politeama

The highlight of the festival is the International Choral Competition, held in the prestigious hall of the Teatro Politeama Garibaldi, located in Piazza Ruggero Settimo. Here, choirs compete before a qualified jury in various categories, ranging from sacred music to folk and popular repertoires, presenting programs that span from classical polyphony to contemporary harmonies. The awards ceremony concludes the competition day, celebrating the most deserving groups.

Choirs from across Europe

The inaugural edition brought together seventeen choirs from Italy, Hungary, Poland, Romania, and other nations, confirming the international appeal of the event. The artistic direction is entrusted to Maestro Salvatore Di Blasi, while the presidency of Chorus Inside International is held by Dr. Davide Recchia. Each edition attracts hundreds of singers who, beyond the competition, share rehearsals, concerts, and social moments.

More than just a competition: a Sicilian experience

The festival program goes far beyond the competition itself. Participating groups stay in Sicily for several days, alternating rehearsals with an opening concert hosted in charming venues such as the Church of Santa Rosalia in Palermo or the Basilica of Tindari, and a guided tour to discover the historic center of Palermo, where Arab-Norman style blends with Baroque and Art Nouveau. It is an opportunity to combine a passion for choral singing with the discovery of Sicily's artistic and landscape heritage.

Palermo, the festival stage

Choosing Palermo as the venue is no coincidence: the city, with its historic theaters and UNESCO World Heritage monuments, offers an ideal setting for an event that makes beauty and cultural exchange its distinctive trait. Chorus Inside Sicily thus joins the rich calendar of musical events in Sicily, helping to promote choral culture and cultural tourism in the capital.