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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NZCF celebrates 40 years
We marked 40 years of NZCF with a celebratory lunch in Wellington, including photos, singing and reminiscing.
Choirs Collaborate on Carmina Burana
Orpheus Choir of Wellington and Auckland Choral have joined forces to present two major choral works - Carmina…
Reflections on Choral Connect '25
Choral Connect '25 was a source of inspiration and invigoration for the more than 90 delegates who attended.
Medena Ensemble’s Bulgarian Journey
In August 2025, eight singers from Auckland’s Medena Ensemble, led by Tui Mamaki, embarked on a remarkable…
Concerts and Events
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Rhyth-Mix Singers: Colours
Join us for an inspiring community charity concert, where music meets compassion! A Fundraiser concert in…
04/10/2025 Read more
NZCF Regional Workshop: Sing for Life
Elise Bradley will present an interactive workshop focusing on lifelong vocal technique.
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NZCF SingFest Waikato-Bay of Plenty
NZCF presents SingFest Waikato-Bay of Plenty, a day of choir performances.
04/10/2025 Read more
Southern Consort of Voices: Mendelssohn, Brahms and Bruckner
Performing Mendelssohn, Brahms and Bruckner
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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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