Founded in 1961, the Béla Bartók International Choir Competition (BBCC) is one of the world’s most prestigious music competitions. Its aim is to present contemporary 20th and 21st century a cappella choral works of the highest quality.

The competition comprises two categories and 3-3 subcategories. 

The organisers of the event offer accommodation with breakfast for choirs wishing to participate. 

The winner of the Grand Prize is invited to the Competition for the “European Grand Prix for Choral Singing” held every year alternately in Arezzo, Debrecen, Jurmala, Maribor, Tolosa, Tours and Varna. 

This competition is organised for the Grand Prize winners of the seven respective choir contests to compete for the European Grand Prix. 

Folklore nights, church performances and joint singing events all serve as adjuncts to the choir competition.

Debrecen, the capital of modern choral music, is waiting for you!