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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NZCF SingFest Otago
NZCF presents Singfest Otago, a Thursday night full of choral performances by community choirs throughout the…
23/10/2025 Read more
Sunny Side Up: Choir Performance
A cappella gospel choir Sunny Side Up is bringing its uplifting sound and infectious energy to Tūhura Otago…
25/10/2025 Read more
POP Go the Festival Singers: Popular songs from each decade 1920s to today - Island Bay
The Festival Singers invite you to a enjoy unforgettable music in POP go the Festival Singers – a dazzling…
01/11/2025 Read more
Belle Canto Women's Choir: Starry Nights & Spirited Days
Music to soothe and raise the spirits in this annual main concert.
01/11/2025 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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