Since 1989, the international choral scene has met in Marktoberdorf every two years over the Whitsun holidays for one of the world's most renowned competitions for chamber choirs. In seventeen competitions so far, more than 250 choirs from almost 50 countries have shown what choral music has to offer today in exciting competitions and extraordinary concerts. Both professional and lay audiences are always enthusiastic:

"Many thanks for allowing this to happen and for working so hard to keep this competition on this very high artistic level." (Maria Guinand, juror, Venezuela).

The 19th International Chamber Choir Competition Marktoberdorf will take place from 06th to 10th June 2025.

The International Masterclass for Choral Conducting with Conducting Competition will take place from 11 to 15 June 2025 at the Bavarian Music Academy Marktoberdorf.

The application information is expected to be announced in spring 2024.