Calling all choir enthusiasts! Prepare to be swept away by the harmonious melodies of choirs from around the globe as they gather at the Vatican from June 7 to 9. This prestigious event, marking the 40th anniversary of the Choir of the Diocese of Rome, is organized by Nova Ópera and proudly sponsored by the Dicastery for Culture and Education and the Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music. The enchanting performances will be held in the iconic Paul VI Hall and the grand St. Peter’s Basilica. The International Conference, expertly moderated by Monsignor Marco Frisina, promises to be a captivating experience with leading figures in sacred and liturgical music sharing their insights.
Exciting Program Details
Get ready for a captivating lineup of speakers and workshops! Professor Robert Mehlhart from PIMS will delve into musical training, while Monsignor Marco Pavan will shed light on the applications of sacred music in papal liturgies. The historical and liturgical significance of Gregorian chant will be explored by Franz Karl Praßl, and maestro Don Fabio Massimillo and H. J. Botor will immerse attendees in the art of liturgical-musical animation. Don’t miss the hands-on workshops led by Maestro Fabrizio Barchi and Maestro Emanuele Faiola.
Highlights of the Event
The anticipation reaches its peak as Pope Francis grants an audience to all participants at the Paul VI Hall on Saturday morning, followed by the mesmerizing Concert of the Choirs in the afternoon. Witness a harmonious collaboration as singers join forces with the Choir of the Diocese of Rome and Opera Nova Orchestra, under the guidance of Monsignor Frisina, in a grand display of polyphonic music.
Immerse yourself in a musical journey featuring classical and contemporary sacred pieces, including the debut of the exclusive composition, “Christ is my hope.” Experience a medley of iconic works from the Choir’s 40-year legacy, founded by Monsignor Frisina in June 1984. The climax of this three-day extravaganza culminates in a divine Mass at the Vatican Basilica on Sunday, presided over by Cardinal Mauro Gambetti, where all singers come together to elevate the spiritual experience. The event concludes with a solemn prayer of the Angelus at St. Peter’s Square, uniting all choir members in a moment of unity and serenity with the Pope.
