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World Choir Games 2012: What's It All About?

Over two weeks of musical celebration (July 4-14), nearly 15,000 participants—including more than 350 choirs from about 50 countries— will compete in 23 different musical categories, in choral styles ranging from gospel and jazz to folklore and barbershop. They're vying for the title of Champion of the World Choir Games.

In addition to the competitions, eight noncompetitive Celebration Concerts unite multiple choirs and showcase the musical diversity at the 2012 games.

For a complete schedule and to purchase tickets, visit 2012worldchoirgames.com.

Plus, there are a number of World Choir Games events you can enjoy for free. Click here to view our calendar of free World Choir Games concerts and events.

Congratulations!

The Fairfield Choraliers featured in the July 2012 article "There's No Crying in Show Choir" were named the World Champions in the Show Choir Category. They gave the opening performance at the Champions Concert at Music Hall on Saturday, joining 10 other Champion choirs for this final performance day of the 2012 Games.

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