Vietnam to host inaugural int’l choir competition

The first ever International Choir Competition will be held in the central city of Hoi An from March 15-18, according to Le Van Giang, Chairman of the city’s People’s Committee.
34 choirs from various countries and territories including Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Estonia have already registered to take part in the contest, he said.
Around 900 singers and musicians will contend in 13 categories of six different choir groups of various ages.
The opening performance will take place on a floating stage in Hoai River Square on March 16.
The event is co-organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Quang Nam province authorities and the German-based Interkultur organization.