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III INTERNATIONAL CHORAL FESTIVAL “SARANDA GOLDEN VOICES” 2027

Destination
Saranda, Albania
Dates
14–18 Oct 2027
Length
5 days · 4 nights
Apply by
1 Apr 2027
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Overview

The festival

The III International Choral Festival “Saranda Golden Voices” takes place from 14 to 18 October 2027 in Saranda, Albania.

The festival brings music closer to the public through open-air performances in streets and public spaces, bringing together singers from different countries.

Organized by Z.S. in cooperation with WOFA – World Festival Association.

Program

Day by day

Thursday 14 October

Arrival & Welcome Meeting

  1. Arrival and hotel accommodation.

  2. Dinner.

  3. Meeting with festival representatives.

Stay & prices

Accommodation & participation

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • On-site beach
  • Spa centre
  • Gym

Plan your arrival

Travel & Logistics

Saranda

Full destination guide

Closest airports

  • Corfu Airport (CFU), Greece — then ferry to Saranda

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2, Wizz Air

  • Tirana International Airport (TIA) — ~280 km (about 4 h 30 min)

    Budget airlines serving this airport: Wizz Air, Ryanair, Pegasus

Train & coach arrival

• Coaches from Tirana and Gjirokastër (no railway)

Ferry & port connections

• Corfu – Saranda ferry, about 30–70 min

Organised by WOFA

• Airport & port transfers: available on request — share your flight or ferry details and our team will send a quote and coordinate private group transport to your hotel. • Local group coaches: private transport can be booked on request for concerts, performance venues and day trips. • Excursions & guided tours: tailored sightseeing and activities can be arranged for your group with upfront pricing. • All additional services are optional and priced on request, based on your group size and schedule.
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Getting around

Local buses serve routes toward Ksamil and Butrint; taxis support other journeys.

Practical notes

Corfu arrivals involve an international border and sea crossing. Allow time for port procedures and confirm whether the chosen vessel carries vehicles or only passengers.

Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

Open to children’s, youth and adult choirs, singing formations and vocal groups, with a maximum of 50 members per group.

Age Categories

  • Children’s Choirs: at least two-thirds of participants must be 16 or younger.
  • Youth Choirs: at least two-thirds must be 27 or younger.
  • Adult Choirs: at least one-third must be older than 27.

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Choir photo
  • Conductor photo
  • Recent audio recording
  • Short CV
  • Country flag

Rights & Recordings

By applying, choirs agree to respect authors’ rights and allow the festival to use recorded material.

Performance & Stage

  • Each choir must participate in at least two festival sections.
  • Each choir should prepare two performances of 8–14 minutes each.
  • Section One – Performances: open-air programmes of 15–20 minutes.
  • Section Two – Pop Music: choral arrangements of pop songs, 8–12 minutes.
  • Section Three – Folk Music: choral arrangements of folk songs or motifs, 8–12 minutes.

Excursions

Optional Excursions

1. Corfu Island – Greece

Enjoy a full-day visit to the beautiful Greek island of Corfu, exploring its charming Old Town, picturesque streets, historical landmarks, and seaside atmosphere.

2. Gjirokastër & Blue Eye

Discover the UNESCO-listed historical city of Gjirokastër, its famous castle and traditional architecture, followed by a visit to the breathtaking Blue Eye natural spring.

3. Butrint National Park & Ksamil

Explore the ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site of Butrint, followed by free time on Ksamil's beautiful beaches, famous for their white sand and turquoise waters.

4. Traditional Albanian Evening

Experience authentic Albanian culture through traditional cuisine, live music, folklore performances, and a memorable evening of local hospitality.

14–18 Oct 2027160 days left
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