Florence International Choir Festival
Florence, Italy | Annually in July
Florence International Choir Festival
Join in an international festival in the wonderful city of Florence, famous for its magnificent cultural and artistic heritage. Celebrate music, friendship, and culture!
To learn more, visit the official festival website at: http://www.florencechoirfestival.com.
6-Day Itinerary
- Day 1 | Depart USA
- Day 2 | Arrive in Rome | Transfer to Florence
- Arrive in Rome and transfer to Florence. Dinner and overnight in Florence.
- Day 3 | Tour of Florence | Opening Ceremony & Inaugural Concert
Morning walking tour of the highlights of Florence.
Afternoon orientation meeting of all choir directors with festival organizers.
4 p.m. Opening Ceremony at Salone dei Cinquecento, Palazzo Vecchio.
9 p.m. Inaugural Concert at the Basilica of San Lorenzo, followed by welcome party for all participating choirs. Overnight in Florence.
- Day 4 | Choir Competition | Concert
- 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Choir Competition at the Auditorium of Sant'Apollonia. 9 p.m. Concert at the Basilica of Santa Trinita. Overnight in Florence.
- Day 5 | Award Ceremony | Final Concert
Morning visit to Accademia Museum and Uffizi Gallery. 4 p.m. Award Ceremony at the Basilica of Santa Croce. 7 p.m. final concert
at the Basilica. Overnight in Florence.- Day 6 | Return from Rome
- Depart for home or possible extensions as per your custom itinerary.
Have Peter's Way incorporate this festival into your customized performance tour of the region! If you and your choir are interested in extending your stay in Italy, we will be glad to make arrangements for you. Extensions to Rome, Siena, Orvieto, Assisi, Venice, and other cities are possible. Peter’s Way can make additional concert arrangements upon request.