International Youth Chamber Choir Meeting 2026

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Published: Jun 24,2025

The International Youth Chamber Choir Meeting, on 14-23 August 2026, is a unique choral experience in a truly special place, the beautiful island of Usedom, Germany, right by the sea.

Just steps away from the beach, nestled in nature and on the German-Polish border, this vibrant summer gathering brings together young singers from across Europe to share music, friendship, and salty sea air in an inspiring atmosphere.

Ateliers:

Başak Doğan (Turkey) – Mixed Youth Choir: Founder of Vokal Akademi and conductor of the award-winning choir ‘Chromas’, known for her creative style combining improvisation, cultural diversity, and ‘vocal painting’.
Basilio Astúlez (Spain) – Girls’ Choir: Renowned choir director and educator, celebrated for his work with ensembles like ‘Leioa Kantika Korala’ and ‘Vocalia Taldea’ – in demand worldwide.
Agnes Schnabl (Austria) – Mixed Youth Choir: Award-winning conductor and lecturer at the University of Music Vienna, passionately bridging folk and art music with top-level ensembles like the Austrian Youth Choir.

Programme:

Around 20 hours of atelier rehearsals
12 concerts across the island
Big final concert
Surprise evening on Friday
Choir-to-choir concerts, international hangouts & beach time

Who can apply?
Youth choirs from across Europe (up to 40 singers, aged max. 26)

Apply before 30 November 2025.