Global Call for Composers: AOV Choral Festival Launches 2025 Competition

Filipino and international musicians invited to submit original choral works by May 30.

April 6 – Manila. The Andrea O. Veneracion International Choral Festival has officially launched its 2025 Choral Composition Competition, inviting amateur and professional composers from around the world to submit original choral works. Whether you’re an aspiring songwriter or an established musical voice, this is your chance to be part of a global tradition of harmony, heart, and excellence.

Open to All, Wherever You Are

Organized under the banner of the Philippine Madrigal Singers and the Cultural Center of the Philippines, the competition is open to all composers aged 18 and above, regardless of nationality or musical background. It is a rare and prestigious platform for emerging and established musicians to showcase their artistry in choral composition.

Submission Deadline: May 30, 2025

Composers must submit their entries on or before May 30, 2025. The winning piece will receive global recognition and may be performed by world-class choirs during the AOV Choral Festival, one of the Philippines’ most respected and inspiring musical gatherings.

Why It Matters for OFWs and Filipino Creatives

For Overseas Filipinos with a gift for music, this is more than just a competition—it’s a celebration of cultural identity, creativity, and global unity through song. Whether you compose in your spare time or pursue music full-time, your voice matters.

🎼 Think your composition deserves the spotlight?
📩 Submit your entry and learn more at:
👉 www.aovchoralfestph.com/compositioncompetition

Information from the Andrea O. Veneracion International Choral Festival official website – April 2025.