New Zealand
Choral Federation
The New Zealand Choral Federation (NZCF) is this country’s largest choral network, committed to promoting the performance, creation, and enjoyment of choral music for all.
Our diverse community includes over 20,000 members from hundreds of community, school, and chamber choirs performing in styles ranging from classical, gospel, world music, sacred music and barbershop through to jazz, kapa haka, musical theatre and opera. NZCF offers opportunities for choral singers around the country through community and chamber choir festivals and workshops.
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Life Membership for Dr Karen Grylls CMNZ
At last month’s AGM, Dr Karen Grylls was awarded Life Membership in recognition of her exceptional and…
Cadenza Adjudicator announced
We're delighted to announce Brent Stewart as this year’s Cadenza adjudicator. Brent will bring significant…
Hutt City Chorale celebrates 50 years
This year the Hutt City Chorale celebrates 50 years of concert making. Formerly the Wainuiomata Choir, the…
Voices in Harmony, Minds in Motion
NZCF CE Christine Argyle reports on the Australian National Choral Association's Choralfest 2026.
Concerts and Events
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Bishop Viard College NIU Choir: Horizons
NIU Choir | Bishop Viard College and Friends (Pacific Connection Choir, VocalFX, Brotherhood and top…
30/05/2026 Read more
A Capella Singers: Gloria! A Gala Concert to celebrate the 50th Anniversary
A celebration of 50 years of A Capella Singers featuring Vivaldi's Gloria
30/05/2026 Read more
Note Bene: Four Hands, Two Grands, and a Choir
Nota Bene is delighted to welcome you to this concert exploring the partnership between choir and keyboard. In…
31/05/2026 Read more
Watch The Big Sing Finale 2025
All the recital sessions and the Gala Concert are now on the NZCF YouTube channel, thanks to JX Live and RNZ Concert.
We are enormously grateful for the support of the Freemasons Foundation, which made the live stream and recordings possible.
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