From online to on site – in Berlin

The first WCCN Convention gives the network a face UPDATE – The first video of the convention is online 03/31/2025: From March 28 to 30, the first in-person convention of the World Choral Conducting Network (WCCN) took place in Berlin. What had grown digitally was brought to life on site: 23 choral conductors from 11 […]

BEHIND THE SCORE – WOLFRAM BUCHENBERG

The WCCN proudly presents the first film in its new documentary series BEHIND THE SCORE – a cinematic portrait of composer Wolfram Buchenberg, whose works have shaped contemporary choral music with emotional depth and stylistic clarity. This bilingual film (German/English with subtitles) offers rare insights into the artistic world of Buchenberg, supported by interviews with […]

WCCN Masterclasses in Dublin

Dublin Choral Masterclasses in cooperation with WCCN returns to Dublin City University April 24–27, 2025. Now in its second year, the masterclasses have grown from three days to four with an expanded programme which now offers conducting workshops at foundation level and a new masterclass in the art of choral arranging. For more information and […]

First WCCN Convention ´25 in Berlin

We’re excited to extend a warm invitation to join us in Berlin for a weekend of inspiration and camaraderie. Let’s come together to share ideas, experiences, and our mutual love for choral music. We look forward to seeing you there! Friday:In the afternoon, we’ll kick off with the Conductor’s Café, where we’ll have the chance […]

International Choral Conducting Masterclass

Our WCCN members Amy Bebbington and Bernie Sherlock are among the presenters of the Advanced Masterclass 2024, organized by the International Choral Conducting Competition. We are especially pleased that a discount on participation fees has been made available to our WCCN members. Further information and registration can be found here: https://www.liccc.co.uk/advanced-masterclass.html

Successfull 1st WCCN Masterclass in Dublin

The first-ever ‘Choral Conducting and Composition Masterclass’ by the World Choral Conducting Network (WCCN) in Dublin was a great success! Held at DCU All Hallows in collaboration with Dublin City University, New Dublin Voices, and led by Dr. Bernie Sherlock, Dr. Michael Murphy, and Dr. Seán Doherty, the event brought together participants from seven different […]

Opportunity Street updated – Offers renewed

WCCN has updated the Opportunity Street, launched our Mentorship Program, and opened the Center for Mental Health. Explore our new Literature Vault and learn about our first Masterclass. You can now also use the online contact feature to reach us directly. We are constantly working on expanding our offerings and warmly invite you to get […]

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Join our choral conducting network WCCN, become a member and shape the future! Connect with amazing colleagues, learn yourself, help others with your knowledge, and become part of a community united by a strong ethical code. Together, we can make a difference and shape the path that enables us to live our visions. Sign up […]

Call for Papers

We invite submissions for the WORLD JOURNAL for CHORAL RESEARCH, PRACTICE and LEADERSHIP In this journal, the WORLD CHORAL CONDUCTING NETWORK (WCCN) aims to publish various types of contributions in the fields of Choral Research, Choral Practice, and Choral Leadership. Published by the WORLD CHORAL CONDUCTING NETWORK (WCCN), our aim is to foster discussions, knowledge […]

WCCN – Why I love conducting choirs

WCCN – Why I love conducting choirs…The ZECHOf – Centre for Choral Pedagogical Research and Practice at the University of Mozarteum is conducting a survey where choir conductors are asked to answer why they enjoy leading choirs. WCCN has gladly joined this initiative and will contribute to this series on Facebook by featuring statements from […]