Harmony Across America Choral Festival Returns in October 2026

The Harmony Across America Choral Festival 2026 is scheduled for October 16–18, 2026, at Grace Cathedral, located at 1100 California Street, San Francisco, California, USA.

This three day celebration will bring together choir members, conductors, music teachers, students, and other vocal music enthusiasts for a weekend of performances, learning, and musical collaboration.

The festival will showcase a wide range of choral styles, with participating groups including university choirs, youth ensembles, church choirs, and professional vocal performers. Attendees can also take part in workshops and vocal masterclasses led by experienced musicians, with opportunities to discover both traditional classical works and contemporary choral compositions.

Festival Program Highlights

• Opening Gala Concert featuring participating choirs

• Practical workshops in choral conducting

• Masterclasses covering vocal skills and technique

• Performances of sacred music and contemporary choral works

• Question and answer sessions with composers

• A community singing event to conclude the festival

Dr. Emily Carter, Artistic Director of the Pacific Voices Ensemble, is listed as the featured guest conductor.

Registration and Participation

The event welcomes both individual participants and organized choirs. Early registration discounts are available for registrations completed by August 1, 2026. Interested singers, choir directors, educators, students, church musicians, and music fans of all ages are encouraged to participate.

For registration details and further information, contact the organizers at info@5 letter words.org

The festival offers an opportunity for people with different musical backgrounds to connect, develop their vocal abilities, and celebrate the role of choral music in bringing communities together.