Plakat 12. Međunarodnog festivala horova Herceg Novi, 30. septembar – 3. oktobar 2027, sa Sahat kulom
Herceg Novi · Crna GoraMontenegro

XII Međunarodni festival horova12th International Choir FestivalHerceg Novi

30. septembar – 3. oktobar 2027. Četiri dana horske muzike, takmičenja i koncerata na obali Bokokotorskog zaliva.30 September – 3 October 2027. Four days of choral music, competitions and concerts on the shores of the Bay of Kotor.

Rok za prijavu:Application deadline: 20. avgust 2027.20 August 2027

30. sep – 3. okt 202730 Sep – 3 Oct 2027


Dobrodošli na XII Međunarodni festival horova Herceg Novi!

Vikend kao stvoren za svakog horistu

Od 30. septembra do 3. oktobra 2027. godine, Herceg Novi će postati mjesto susreta horova i ansambala iz različitih sredina, okupljenih oko horske muzike, takmičenja i koncertnih nastupa. Smješten na obali Bokokotorskog zaliva, grad pruža jedinstven spoj umjetničkog doživljaja, odmora i druženja, uz miris borova, morski povjetarac i živopisnu atmosferu svojih ulica i trgova.

Pozivamo gostujuće horove da budu dio Festivala koji muziku iz koncertnih dvorana iznosi među ljude, pretvarajući svaki nastup u priliku za nova prijateljstva, razmjenu iskustava i stvaranje nezaboravnih uspomena.

U okviru četiri dana Festivala biće organizovani takmičarski i revijalni nastupi, radionice za dirigente i horske pjevače, svečanosti povodom otvaranja Festivala, dodjele nagrada, koncerti, susreti dirigenata i pjevača, tribine, izložbe, promocije i druženja.

Tačan raspored i satnica aktivnosti biće objavljeni naknadno.

Welcome to the 12th International Choir Festival Herceg Novi!

A weekend made for every choir singer

From 30 September to 3 October 2027, Herceg Novi will become a meeting place for choirs and ensembles from different backgrounds, brought together by choral music, competitions and concert performances. Situated on the shores of the Bay of Kotor, the city offers a unique blend of artistic experiences, relaxation and socialising, accompanied by the scent of pine trees, the sea breeze and the lively atmosphere of its streets and squares.

We invite visiting choirs to be part of a Festival that brings music out of concert halls and into the community, turning every performance into an opportunity to form new friendships, exchange experiences and create unforgettable memories.

Over the course of the Festival's four (4) days, the programme will include competitive and non-competitive performances, workshops for conductors and choir singers, the Festival Opening Ceremony, award ceremonies, concerts, meetings of conductors and singers, panel discussions, exhibitions, presentations and social gatherings.

The exact programme and schedule of activities will be announced at a later date.

Trg Nikole Đurkovića i Sahat kula u starom gradu Herceg Novog
Trg Nikole Đurkovića i Sahat kulaNikola Đurković Square and the Clock Tower
4dana festivalafestival days
9–50izvođača po ansamblusingers per ensemble
7takmičarskih kategorijacompetition categories
20. 8. 2027.20 Aug 2027rok za prijavuapplication deadline

Herceg Novi – grad umjetnosti

Smješten na ulazu u Bokokotorski zaliv, između mora i planina, Herceg Novi je grad posebne energije, bogate istorije i snažnog umjetničkog duha.

Kroz svoju istoriju, Herceg Novi je bio mjesto susreta različitih kultura, tradicija i ljudi. Danas je prepoznat kao grad u kojem umjetnost živi tokom cijele godine – kroz muziku, književnost, pozorište, likovnu umjetnost i brojne festivale i kulturne događaje.

Njegove tvrđave, trgovi, kamene ulice i mediteranski pejzaži stvaraju jedinstvenu pozornicu na kojoj se susreću umjetnici iz Crne Gore i svijeta.

Posebno mjesto u kulturnom životu grada zauzima muzika. Od horskog pjevanja i klasične muzike do džeza i savremenih umjetničkih izraza, Herceg Novi njeguje muziku kao prostor susreta, prijateljstva i povezivanja ljudi.

Upravo zato je Herceg Novi prirodan dom Međunarodnog festivala horova – mjesto gdje različiti jezici i kulture postaju jedno kroz univerzalni jezik muzike.

Herceg Novi – grad umjetnosti, grad susreta i grad muzike.

Herceg Novi – A City of Art

Situated at the entrance to the Bay of Kotor, between the sea and the mountains, Herceg Novi is a city of unique energy, rich history and a strong artistic spirit.

Throughout its history, Herceg Novi has been a meeting place of different cultures, traditions and people. Today, it is recognised as a city where art lives throughout the year – through music, literature, theatre, visual arts, and numerous festivals and cultural events.

Its fortresses, squares, stone streets and Mediterranean landscapes create a unique stage where artists from Montenegro and around the world come together.

Music holds a special place in the cultural life of the city. From choral singing and classical music to jazz and contemporary artistic expression, Herceg Novi embraces music as a space for connection, friendship and bringing people together.

That is why Herceg Novi is a natural home for the International Choir Festival – a place where different languages and cultures become one through the universal language of music.

Herceg Novi – a city of art, a city of encounters, and a city of music.


XII Međunarodni festival horova Herceg Novi · 202712th International Choir Festival Herceg Novi · 2027

PropozicijeRules and Regulations

30. septembar – 3. oktobar 2027. godine30 September – 3 October 2027

1Pravo učešća

Festival je međunarodnog karaktera i ima dva dijela – takmičarski i netakmičarski (revijalni).

Pravo učešća na Festivalu imaju isključivo amaterski sastavi: dječji, omladinski, ženski, muški i mješoviti horski i vokalni ansambli.

Broj izvođačanajmanje 9, najviše 50

U izuzetnim slučajevima, kada je riječ o posebno kvalitetnim ansamblima koji nastupaju kao pobjednici nacionalnih takmičenja ili dolaze iz udaljenijih zemalja, može biti odobren nastup ansambla sa manjim ili većim brojem izvođača od propisanog ograničenja.

1Eligibility

The Festival is international in scope and consists of two sections: competitive and non-competitive (showcase).

Only amateur ensembles are eligible to participate: children's, youth, women's, men's and mixed choirs and vocal ensembles.

Number of performersminimum 9, maximum 50

In exceptional cases, particularly for outstanding ensembles that have won national competitions or come from more distant countries, permission may be granted for an ensemble to perform with fewer or more singers than the prescribed limits.

2Prijavljivanje i participacija

Prijavljivanje na Festival moguće je putem onlajn obrasca. Nakon prijavljivanja, dobićete potvrdu o uspješno podnijetoj prijavi, sa svim potrebnim informacijama.

Prihvataju se isključivo prijave sa kompletnom zahtijevanom dokumentacijom. Horovi i vokalni ansambli biraju se na osnovu prijavnog materijala. Posebna pažnja posvećuje se repertoaru i kvalitetu izvođenja, na osnovu priloženog video-snimka.

Rok za prijavu20. avgust 2027. godine

Prijavljeni program može se naknadno promijeniti samo uz saglasnost umjetničkog direktora Festivala.

Ukoliko imate problem sa prijavom ili nedoumicu prilikom popunjavanja obrasca, možete nam se obratiti putem imejla: info@choirfesthn.com

Participacija

Participacija po ansamblu200 €
Važi zatakmičarski ili revijalni dio

Participacija pokriva administrativne troškove, akreditaciju hora/ansambla na Festivalu, službeni bedž i brošuru Festivala.

Participacija se uplaćuje na račun:

PrimalacAnzarte Montenegro doo, Herceg Novi
BankaCKB banka
Broj računabiće objavljen uskoro

Za uplate iz inostranstva, na zahtjev, dostavljamo uputstvo za uplatu (IBAN i SWIFT/BIC kod) uz napomenu da horovi sami snose troškove provizije prilikom uplate. Participaciju je moguće uplatiti i u kancelariji Festivala, neposredno po dolasku.

2Application and participation fee

Applications for the Festival must be submitted via the online application form. After submitting your application, you will receive confirmation that it has been successfully received, together with all the necessary information.

Only applications accompanied by all the required documentation will be accepted. Choirs and vocal ensembles will be selected on the basis of their application materials. Particular attention will be paid to the repertoire and performance quality, as demonstrated in the submitted video recording.

Application deadline20 August 2027
ApplicationOnline form →

The submitted programme may be changed at a later date only with the approval of the Festival's Artistic Director.

If you experience any difficulties with the application process or have questions while completing the form, please contact us by email: info@choirfesthn.com

Participation fee

Fee per ensemble€200
Applies tocompetitive or non-competitive section

The participation fee covers administrative costs, choir/ensemble accreditation at the Festival, an official badge and the Festival brochure.

The fee should be paid to the following account:

RecipientAnzarte Montenegro doo, Herceg Novi
BankCKB Bank
Account numberto be announced

For international bank transfers, payment instructions, including the IBAN and SWIFT/BIC code, will be provided upon request. Please note that each choir is responsible for any bank transfer fees charged. The participation fee may also be paid at the Festival office immediately upon arrival.

3Kategorije

A
Dječji horovi

Dvije trećine članova hora mora biti starosti do 15 godina.

B
Omladinski horovi/ansambli

Dvije trećine članova hora/ansambla mora biti starosti do 25 godina.

C
Horovi/ansambli odraslih

Ženski, muški i mješoviti horovi/ansambli. Najmanje jedna trećina članova hora/ansambla mora biti starija od 25 godina.

  • C1Umjetnička horska muzika
  • C2Folklorna muzika i tradicionalno horsko pjevanje
  • C3Popularna muzika (rok, pop, džez i sl.)
D
Duhovna muzika
  • D1Pravoslavna duhovna muzika
  • D2Katolička, gospel i duhovna muzika drugih tradicija

U slučaju malog broja prijavljenih horova/ansambala, organizator Festivala može odlučiti da spoji kategorije A i B.

Svaki hor/ansambl može se prijaviti samo za jednu kategoriju.

3Categories

A
Children's Choirs

Two-thirds of the choir members must be aged 15 or under.

B
Youth Choirs/Ensembles

Two-thirds of the choir/ensemble members must be aged 25 or under.

C
Adult Choirs/Ensembles

Women's, men's and mixed choirs/ensembles. At least one-third of the choir/ensemble members must be over 25 years of age.

  • C1Artistic Choral Music
  • C2Folk Music and Traditional Choral Singing
  • C3Popular Music (rock, pop, jazz, etc.)
D
Sacred Music
  • D1Orthodox Sacred Music
  • D2Catholic, Gospel and Sacred Music from Other Traditions

If the number of applications is low, the Festival organisers reserve the right to merge Categories A and B.

Each choir/ensemble may apply for only one category.

4Takmičenje, kriterijumi i nagrade

Takmičarski nastupi

Programnajmanje 4 kompozicije
Trajanje12–15 minuta čistog pjevanja

Svaki hor/ansambl izvodi najmanje četiri (4) kompozicije po slobodnom izboru.

Trajanje nastupa je od 12 do 15 minuta čistog pjevanja, odnosno trajanje izvedenih djela bez aplauza, izlaska na scenu i odlaska sa scene. Prekoračenje predviđenog vremena uticaće na smanjenje broja bodova za nastup.

Program treba da predstavlja uravnoteženu kombinaciju stilova. Ohrabrujemo učesnike da izvode djela savremenih kompozitora.

Instrumentalna pratnja

  • Kategorija A: dozvoljene su dvije (2) kompozicije uz instrumentalnu pratnju.
  • Kategorije B i C1: dozvoljena je jedna (1) kompozicija uz instrumentalnu pratnju.
  • Kategorije C2, C3 i D2: instrumentalna pratnja je dozvoljena.
  • Kategorija D1: program se izvodi bez instrumentalne pratnje (a cappella).

Prilikom prijave za učešće, učesnici su dužni da navedu koje će muzičke instrumente i dodatnu tonsku opremu koristiti tokom nastupa.

Organizator može učesnicima obezbijediti klavir i razglas, dok ostale muzičke instrumente i potrebnu binsku opremu učesnici obezbjeđuju sami.

Kriterijumi za ocjenjivanje

Na osnovu nivoa izvođenja, stručni žiri može dodijeliti najviše 100 poena.

Svaki član stručnog žirija, nakon svakog pojedinačnog nastupa, boduje nastup hora/ansambla popunjavanjem bodovne liste, dodjeljujući ocjenu na skali od 0 do 100 bodova, na osnovu sljedećih parametara:

  • intonacija
  • vokalna tehnika
  • stepen složenosti programa
  • dirigovanje
  • scenski nastup
  • ukupan umjetnički doživljaj

Svaki član stručnog žirija ocjenjuje samostalno i predaje sekretaru žirija popunjene bodovne liste nakon završetka svake kategorije.

Svaki član žirija dužan je da, pored bodovne ocjene, napiše i kritički osvrt na izvođenje hora/ansambla i rad dirigenta.

Nakon toga, ocjene svih članova stručnog žirija sabiraju se i izračunava se prosječna, odnosno konačna ocjena nastupa, izražena na dvije decimale.

Nakon završenog takmičenja u svakoj kategoriji, žiri se povlači i odlučuje o pobjedniku kategorije.

Sastanak članova stručnog žirija sa dirigentima horova/ansambala održava se nakon završetka ocjenjivanja, a neposredno prije proglašavanja rezultata takmičenja.

Svakom horu/ansamblu naknadno će biti uručene bodovne liste članova žirija, sa stručnim osvrtom na nastup hora/ansambla.

Nagrade

Broj osvojenih poenaNagrada
do 69,99Zahvalnica za učešće
70,00 – 79,99Bronzana diploma
80,00 – 89,99Srebrna diploma
90,00 – 100,00Zlatna diploma

Novčane nagrade

500 €Laureat Festivala – najbolji hor/ansambl prema odluci stručnog žirija 250 €Najperspektivniji dirigent – nagrada „Radovan Papović“ 250 €Najbolje izvedena duhovna kompozicija – nagrada „Darinka Matić Marović“

U slučaju da se za učešće prijavi veliki broj horova, organizacioni odbor Festivala će povećati fond za novčane nagrade.

Specijalne plakete

Prema odluci stručnog žirija, horu/ansamblu mogu se dodijeliti specijalne plakete za:

  • najbolje izvedeno djelo starog majstora;
  • najbolje izvedeno savremeno djelo.

Žiri može dodijeliti i druge specijalne nagrade.

4Competition, judging criteria and awards

Competitive performances

Programmeat least 4 pieces
Duration12–15 minutes of actual singing

Each choir/ensemble must perform at least four (4) pieces of its own choice.

The performance must last between 12 and 15 minutes of actual singing. This refers to the duration of the musical works performed, excluding applause, entering the stage and leaving the stage. Exceeding the allocated time will result in a reduction in the performance score.

The programme should represent a balanced combination of musical styles. Participants are encouraged to perform works by contemporary composers.

Instrumental accompaniment

  • Category A: up to two (2) pieces may be performed with instrumental accompaniment.
  • Categories B and C1: one (1) piece may be performed with instrumental accompaniment.
  • Categories C2, C3 and D2: instrumental accompaniment is permitted.
  • Category D1: the programme must be performed without instrumental accompaniment (a cappella).

When applying, participants must specify which musical instruments and additional sound equipment they intend to use during their performances.

The organisers may provide a piano and sound amplification equipment. Participants must provide all other musical instruments and any additional stage equipment they require.

Judging criteria

Based on the level of performance, the professional jury may award a maximum of 100 points.

Following each individual performance, every jury member will evaluate the choir/ensemble by completing a score sheet and assigning a score on a scale of 0 to 100 points, based on the following criteria:

  • intonation
  • vocal technique
  • degree of programme difficulty
  • conducting
  • stage presence
  • overall artistic impression

Each jury member will evaluate the performances independently and submit the completed score sheets to the jury secretary after the conclusion of each category.

In addition to the numerical score, each jury member is required to provide a critical assessment of the choir's/ensemble's performance and the conductor's work.

The scores awarded by all jury members will then be added together, and the average score, representing the final performance score, will be calculated and expressed to two decimal places.

After the competition in each category has concluded, the jury will meet privately to decide the winner of that category.

A meeting between the jury members and the choir/ensemble conductors will take place after the judging has been completed and immediately before the competition results are announced.

Each choir/ensemble will subsequently receive the individual score sheets completed by the jury members, together with their professional assessments of the performance.

Awards

ScoreAward
up to 69.99Certificate of Participation
70.00 – 79.99Bronze Diploma
80.00 – 89.99Silver Diploma
90.00 – 100.00Gold Diploma

Cash prizes

€500Festival Laureate – awarded to the best choir/ensemble, as determined by the professional jury €250Most Promising Conductor – “Radovan Papović” Award €250Best Performance of a Sacred Music Composition – “Darinka Matić Marović” Award

If a large number of choirs register to participate, the Festival's organizing committee will increase the fund for cash prizes.

Special plaques

At the discretion of the professional jury, choirs/ensembles may receive special plaques for:

  • Best Performance of a Work by an Old Master;
  • Best Performance of a Contemporary Work.

The jury may also award other special prizes.

5Revijalni nastupi

Pored takmičarskog programa, Festival nudi horovima i ansamblima različite mogućnosti za učešće u revijalnom (netakmičarskom) dijelu Festivala. Ovi nastupi mogu biti organizovani u vidu:

  • neformalnih nastupa na različitim lokacijama u gradu;
  • koncerata duhovne muzike u nekoj od gradskih crkava;
  • revijalnih koncerata sa svjetovnim ili mješovitim repertoarom;
  • nastupa odabranih horova na festivalskim koncertima i Svečanom otvaranju Festivala.

Horovi i ansambli mogu učestvovati i samo u netakmičarskom programu. Ovakav vid učešća pruža im priliku da se predstave publici u neformalnijem ambijentu, upoznaju i druže sa drugim horovima, da prisustvuju festivalskim koncertima, ali i da uklope svoje turističke aktivnosti.

Festival je fleksibilan u kreiranju programa revijalnih nastupa, te pozivamo horove da istaknu sve posebne želje i zahtjeve u vezi sa svojim nastupom i rasporedom. Repertoar za revijalni nastup biraju sami horovi, a organizatori će se potruditi da, u skladu sa mogućnostima i programom Festivala, izađu u susret njihovim željama.

Trajanje revijalnog repertoarado 20 minuta

5Non-competitive performances

In addition to the competitive programme, the Festival offers choirs and ensembles various opportunities to participate in the non-competitive (showcase) section. These performances may take the form of:

  • informal performances at various locations throughout the city;
  • sacred music concerts in one of the city's churches;
  • showcase concerts featuring secular or mixed repertoires;
  • performances by selected choirs at Festival concerts and the Festival Opening Ceremony.

Choirs and ensembles may also choose to participate exclusively in the non-competitive programme. This type of participation offers them the opportunity to perform for audiences in a more informal setting, meet and socialise with other choirs, attend Festival concerts and incorporate sightseeing and other tourist activities into their stay.

The Festival offers flexibility in arranging the showcase programme, and choirs are encouraged to communicate any special wishes or requirements regarding their performances and schedules. Choirs may choose their own repertoire for non-competitive performances, and the organisers will do their best to accommodate their preferences, subject to the Festival programme and practical arrangements.

Duration of the showcase repertoireup to 20 minutes

6Pravo na snimanje

Prijavom na Festival, hor/ansambl pristaje da organizator Festivala snima audio i video-materijal sa nastupa, fotografiše učesnike i objavljuje snimke i fotografije na svojim društvenim mrežama, video-kanalima, u promotivnim materijalima i radio i TV emisijama.

Hor/ansambl može koristiti video-snimke i fotografije koje je načinio organizator za objavljivanje na svojim društvenim mrežama, video-kanalima, u promotivnim materijalima i radio i TV emisijama.

6Recording and photography rights

By applying to the Festival, each choir/ensemble agrees that the Festival organisers may make audio and video recordings of its performances, photograph participants, and publish the recordings and photographs on their social media accounts, video channels, in promotional materials, and in radio and television programmes.

Choirs/ensembles may use video recordings and photographs taken by the organisers for publication on their own social media accounts and video channels, in promotional materials, and in radio and television programmes.

7Ostale važne informacije

Susret dirigenata sa organizatorima Festivala

Prvog dana po dolasku, dirigenti i rukovodioci horova/ansambala sastaće se, pojedinačno ili grupno, sa koordinatorom Festivala kako bi preuzeli sav potreban materijal za učešće.

Ovaj sastanak omogućava dirigentima da organizatorima postave i preostala pitanja u vezi sa Festivalom.

Ukoliko je dirigent spriječen da prisustvuje sastanku, molimo ga da pošalje predstavnika grupe.

Troškovi putovanja, boravka i ishrane

Svaki hor/ansambl snosi troškove putovanja do Herceg Novog i povratka, kao i troškove smještaja i ishrane.

Organizatori će vam pomoći da pronađete odgovarajući smještaj u Herceg Novom. Popunite upitnik, nakon čega će vas kontaktirati neko od organizatora.

Dodatne informacije

  • Svi horovi/ansambli mogu samostalno organizovati svoje turističke aktivnosti, ali molimo da o tome obavijeste organizatore.
  • Vrijeme u Herceg Novom krajem ljeta uglavnom je sunčano i toplo, tako da kupanje možete uključiti u svoje slobodne aktivnosti.
  • Molimo vas da obratite pažnju na to da je do lokacija na kojima se održava Festival potrebno pješačiti. Budite spremni na stotine stepenica kroz grad!
  • Organizator ne snosi odgovornost za eventualne nezgode, gubitke, krađe i sl. tokom boravka horova/ansambala u Herceg Novom.
  • Prijavom se potvrđuje da će članovi horova/ansambala iz inostranstva imati međunarodno zdravstveno osiguranje tokom učešća na Festivalu.
  • Zvanični jezici takmičenja su crnogorski i engleski.
  • Prijavom na Festival, hor/ansambl potvrđuje da prihvata uslove takmičenja.

7Other important information

Meeting between conductors and Festival organisers

On the first day after arrival, conductors and choir/ensemble managers will meet with the Festival Coordinator, either individually or in groups, to collect all the materials required for participation.

This meeting also gives conductors the opportunity to ask the organisers any remaining questions regarding the Festival.

If a conductor is unable to attend the meeting, they are kindly requested to send a representative of their group.

Travel, accommodation and meals

Each choir/ensemble is responsible for its own travel expenses to and from Herceg Novi, as well as accommodation and meal costs.

The organisers will assist you in finding suitable accommodation in Herceg Novi. Please complete the questionnaire, after which a member of the organising team will contact you.

Additional information

  • All choirs/ensembles may organise their own sightseeing and tourist activities independently, but we kindly ask that they inform the organisers of their plans.
  • The weather in Herceg Novi at the end of summer is generally sunny and warm, so swimming can be included among your leisure activities.
  • Please note that walking is required to reach the Festival venues. Be prepared to climb hundreds of steps throughout the city!
  • The organisers accept no responsibility for any accidents, losses, thefts or similar incidents that may occur during the stay of choirs/ensembles in Herceg Novi.
  • By applying, choirs/ensembles confirm that members travelling from abroad will have international health insurance covering their participation in the Festival.
  • The official languages of the competition are Montenegrin and English.
  • By applying to the Festival, each choir/ensemble confirms its acceptance of the competition rules and conditions.

✦OrganizatorOrganiser

Anzarte Montenegro doo, Herceg Novi
Osnivačica i direktorka Festivala:Founder and Festival Director: Nada-Nađa Karadžić

Kontakt telefoniContact numbers

Nada-Nađa Karadžićdirektorka FestivalaFestival Director
+382 69 699 221
Sonja Matanov-Jerkovićumjetnička direktorka FestivalaArtistic Director of the Festival
+381 64 123 5820

Imejl:Email: info@choirfesthn.com

XII Međunarodni festival horova Herceg Novi · 30. 9 – 3. 10. 2027.12th International Choir Festival Herceg Novi · 30 Sep – 3 Oct 2027

Prijavni formularApplication form

Rok za prijavu: 20. avgust 2027. godine. Polja označena zvjezdicom (*) su obavezna.Application deadline: 20 August 2027. Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required.

  1. 1Opšte informacijeGeneral
  2. 2KategorijaCategory
  3. 3ProgramProgramme
  4. 4PriloziAttachments
  5. 5PotvrdaDeclaration
1. Opšte informacije1. General information
Hor / ansamblChoir / ensemble
Unesite ime hora/ansambla.Enter the choir/ensemble name.
Unesite ulicu i broj.Enter the street and number.
Unesite grad.Enter the city.
Unesite državu.Enter the country.
Propozicije: najmanje 9, najviše 50 izvođača.Rules: minimum 9, maximum 50 performers.Unesite broj članova.Enter the number of members.
Uključujući dirigenta, instrumentaliste, vozače i ostale osobe koje ne učestvuju u izvođenju programa.Including the conductor, instrumentalists, drivers and other persons travelling with the choir who do not take part in the performance.Unesite broj (0 ako nema).Enter a number (0 if none).
Kontakt osobaContact person
Unesite ime kontakt osobe.Enter the contact person's name.
Unesite funkciju.Enter the position.
OslovljavanjeTitle*
Izaberite jednu opciju.Choose one option.
Unesite broj telefona.Enter a phone number.
Unesite ispravnu imejl adresu.Enter a valid email address.
Dirigent / dirigentkinjaConductor
Unesite ime dirigenta/dirigentkinje.Enter the conductor's name.
OslovljavanjeTitle*
Izaberite jednu opciju.Choose one option.
Unesite broj telefona.Enter a phone number.
Unesite ispravnu imejl adresu.Enter a valid email address.
2. Kategorija i vrsta učešća2. Category and type of participation
Izaberite kategoriju.Select a category.
Vrsta učešćaType of participation*
Moguće je označiti jednu ili obje opcije.You may select one or both options. Označite bar jednu vrstu učešća.Select at least one type of participation.
3. Program3. Programme

Za svaku kompoziciju navedite naziv, ime kompozitora/kompozitorke, godine rođenja i smrti (ako su poznate) i trajanje. U napomenama navedite instrumentalnu pratnju, soliste i druge posebne zahtjeve.For each composition, please provide the title, composer's name, years of birth and death (if known) and duration. In the notes, specify any instrumental accompaniment, soloists or other special requirements.

Takmičarski programCompetitive programme

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Najmanje četiri kompozicije, 12–15 minuta čistog pjevanja.At least four pieces, 12–15 minutes of actual singing.

Netakmičarski (revijalni) programNon-competitive (showcase) programme

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Predviđeno trajanje do 20 minuta.Planned duration up to 20 minutes.
4. Prilozi i dokumentacija4. Attachments and documentation
0 / 4000Unesite biografiju (najmanje 150 znakova).Enter the biography (at least 150 characters).
Organizator može obezbijediti klavir i razglas.The organisers may provide a piano and sound amplification.
Snimak ne smije biti stariji od godinu dana.The recording must not be more than one year old.Unesite YouTube link (youtube.com ili youtu.be).Enter a YouTube link (youtube.com or youtu.be).
Obavezni priloziRequired attachments
Partiture svih prijavljenih kompozicijaSheet music for all submitted compositionsPDF – svaka partitura može biti poseban fajlPDF – each score can be a separate file
Fotografija hora/ansamblaPhotograph of the choir/ensemblevisoka rezolucija, JPG/JPEGhigh resolution, JPG/JPEG
Fotografija dirigenta/dirigentkinjePhotograph of the conductorvisoka rezolucija, JPG/JPEGhigh resolution, JPG/JPEG
Dokaz o uplati participacijeProof of payment of the participation feeza horove koji uplate prije dolaskafor choirs that pay before arrival
Tehnička lista (rider)Technical riderako je primjenljivowhere applicable

Ukupna veličina priloga može biti najviše 25 MB. Ukoliko tražene priloge ne uspijete da dostavite putem obrasca, možete ih poslati na imejl-adresu:The total size of attachments may not exceed 25 MB. If you are unable to upload the requested attachments through the form, you may send them by email to: info@choirfesthn.com

5. Napomene, saglasnost i potvrda5. Notes, consent and declaration
Način plaćanja participacije (200 €)Method of paying the participation fee (€200)*
Izaberite način plaćanja.Select a payment method.
Saglasnost i potvrdaConsent and declaration
Potrebno je označiti sve četiri izjave.Please tick all four statements.
Unesite ime i prezime.Enter your full name.
Unesite funkciju.Enter your position.
Unesite ispravnu imejl adresu.Enter a valid email address.

Prijava je uspješno podnijetaApplication submitted

Hvala! Prijava zaThank you! The application for je primljena.has been received.

Organizator će vas kontaktirati naThe organisers will contact you at .

XII Međunarodni festival horova Herceg Novi12th International Choir Festival Herceg Novi

Upitnik za smještajAccommodation questionnaire

Svaki hor/ansambl snosi troškove smještaja i ishrane. Organizatori će vam pomoći da pronađete odgovarajući smještaj u Herceg Novom. Popunite upitnik, nakon čega će vas kontaktirati neko od organizatora.Each choir/ensemble covers its own accommodation and meal costs. The organisers will assist you in finding suitable accommodation in Herceg Novi. Please complete the questionnaire, after which a member of the organising team will contact you.

Smještaj (opciono)Accommodation (optional)
Unesite ime hora/ansambla.Enter the choir/ensemble name.
Unesite ime kontakt osobe.Enter the contact person's name.
Unesite ispravnu imejl adresu.Enter a valid email address.
Izaberite datum dolaska.Select the arrival date.
Datum odlaska mora biti poslije dolaska.The departure date must be after arrival.
Opcije smještajaAccommodation options*
Izaberite opciju smještaja.Select an accommodation option.
UslugaMeal plan*
Izaberite uslugu.Select a meal plan.
Broj učesnika za smještajNumber of participants requiring accommodation
Unesite broj (0 ako nema).Enter a number (0 if none).
Unesite broj (0 ako nema).Enter a number (0 if none).
Dužina boravkaLength of stay*
Izaberite dužinu boravka.Select the length of stay.

Upitnik je poslatQuestionnaire sent

Hvala! Neko od organizatora kontaktiraće vas u vezi sa smještajem.Thank you! A member of the organising team will contact you about accommodation.

Herceg Novi · 2027

O festivaluAbout the Festival

Organizator:Organiser: Anzarte Montenegro doo, Herceg Novi

Međunarodni festival horova Herceg Novi pokrenut je 2015. godine i okuplja amaterske horove i vokalne ansamble iz različitih zemalja. Do sada je na Festivalu učestvovalo preko 9.000 horskih pjevača iz Grčke, Rumunije, Norveške, Amerike, Slovenije, Makedonije, Srbije, Hrvatske, Bosne i Hercegovine, Kosova i Crne Gore.The International Choir Festival Herceg Novi was founded in 2015 and brings together amateur choirs and vocal ensembles from many countries. To date, more than 9,000 choir singers from Greece, Romania, Norway, the United States, Slovenia, North Macedonia, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, and Montenegro have taken part in the Festival.

Nada-Nađa Karadžić
Osnivačica i direktorka FestivalaFounder and Festival Director

Nada-Nađa Karadžić

Nada-Nađa Karadžić je diplomirani muzički pedagog. Svoj pedagoški staž počela je u Školi za osnovno muzičko obrazovanje „Dara Čokorilo“ u Nikšiću. U tom periodu sa školskim horom osvajala je visoke nagrade na takmičenjima u bivšoj Jugoslaviji. Istovremeno je dirigovala horom „Zahumlje“ u Nikšiću.

Nakon toga radila je kao profesor Muzičke kulture u osnovnoj školi „Orjenski bataljon“ u Bijeloj. Kao jedan od saradnika pri izradi udžbenika za Muzičku kulturu devetogodišnje osnovne škole (2006/07), komponovala je nekoliko dječjih kompozicija. Jedan je od pokretača dječjeg festivala „Male skale“ u Bijeloj (2004). Za tu potrebu napisala je himnu festivala, a 2007. godine sa pjesmom „Za mog tatu“ osvojila je prvu nagradu za najbolju dječju kompoziciju.

Od 2011. do 2019. godine bila je direktorica JU Škole za osnovno muzičko obrazovanje Herceg Novi. Pored planiranih školskih muzičkih aktivnosti, radila je na afirmaciji škole kroz razne inovativne muzičke programe. U saradnji sa Muzičkom akademijom sa Cetinja, 2016. godine pokrenula je Međunarodni festival solfeđa „SolFest“. Na Međunarodnom sajmu obrazovanja „Putokazi“ u Novom Sadu 2018. godine, kao rukovodilac škole dobila je Veliku zlatnu medalju za kvalitet rada ustanove.

Godine 2013. pokrenula je Internacionalni džez festival „Jazz Bay“, na kome su do sada učestvovali poznati evropski i svjetski džez muzičari.

Godine 2015, u saradnji sa Maritom Topić, pokrenula je Međunarodni festival horova Herceg Novi, koji iz godine u godinu postaje prepoznatljiv van evropskih granica.

Godine 2025. osnovala je Međunarodni Adriatic Piano Fest HN, koji se već u prva dva izdanja afirmisao kao prepoznatljiv događaj u regionu i Evropi.

Vođena ljubavlju prema muzici i željom da okupi profesionalne crnogorske umjetnike, 2026. godine osnovala je Kamerni orkestar „Gaudeamus“ u Herceg Novom. Cilj orkestra je da novim umjetničkim inicijativama obogati kulturni život Crne Gore i stvori prilike za saradnju umjetnika, institucija i gradova. Orkestar je debitovao u Herceg Novom 13. juna, a zatim nastupio u Nikšiću 19. oktobra.

Nada-Nađa Karadžić holds a degree in Music Education. She began her teaching career at the “Dara Čokorilo” Primary Music School in Nikšić. During this period, the school choir under her direction won major awards at competitions throughout the former Yugoslavia. At the same time, she conducted the “Zahumlje” Choir in Nikšić.

She subsequently worked as a Music Education teacher at the “Orjenski bataljon” Primary School in Bijela. In 2006/2007, as one of the contributors to the preparation of music textbooks for the nine-year primary education curriculum, she composed several pieces for children. She was also one of the initiators of the “Male skale” Children's Festival in Bijela, founded in 2004. For this occasion, she wrote the festival's anthem, and in 2007, her song “Za mog tatu” (“For My Dad”) won first prize for Best Children's Composition.

From 2011 to 2019, she served as Director of the Herceg Novi Public Primary Music School. In addition to organising the school's regular musical activities, she worked to promote the institution through a variety of innovative music programmes. In cooperation with the Music Academy in Cetinje, she initiated the International Solfège Festival “SolFest” in 2016. At the 2018 International Education Fair “Putokazi” in Novi Sad, she received the Grand Gold Medal for the quality of the institution's work in her capacity as school director.

In 2013, she founded the International Jazz Festival “Jazz Bay”, which has since featured renowned European and international jazz musicians.

In 2015, in collaboration with Marita Topić, she founded the Herceg Novi International Choir Festival, which has continued to grow in recognition beyond Europe's borders.

In 2025, she founded the International Adriatic Piano Fest HN. Within its first two editions, the festival established itself as a recognised event in the region and across Europe.

Driven by her love of music and her desire to bring together professional Montenegrin artists, in 2026 she founded the “Gaudeamus” Chamber Orchestra in Herceg Novi. The orchestra aims to enrich Montenegro's cultural life through new artistic initiatives and to create opportunities for collaboration among artists, institutions and cities. The orchestra gave its debut performance in Herceg Novi on 13 June, followed by a performance in Nikšić on 19 October.

Sonja Matanov-Jerković
Umjetnička direktorka FestivalaArtistic Director of the Festival

Sonja Matanov-Jerković

Sonja Matanov-Jerković je muzička pedagoškinja, organizatorka i horska rukovoditeljka. Živi i radi u Vršcu (Srbija). Diplomirala je 2000. godine na Akademiji umetnosti u Novom Sadu, na odsjeku za muzičku umjetnost, nakon završene srednje muzičke škole u Pančevu. Tokom školovanja, a i kasnije, bila je članica više amaterskih i profesionalnih horova.

Posebno je posvećena radu sa djecom i mladima, razvoju njihovih muzičkih sposobnosti i podsticanju kreativnog izražavanja kroz muziku. Od 2016. godine umjetnička je direktorka Festivala dječjeg pjevanja „Pevajmo srcem“, gdje učestvuje u osmišljavanju i realizaciji festivalskog programa i pripremi mladih izvođača.

Iste godine osnovala je dječji hor „Raspevano srce“, koji nastupa na brojnim kulturnim manifestacijama i festivalima u zemlji i inostranstvu, njegujući izvođenje autorskih pjesama za djecu. U oktobru 2022. godine osnovala je i mješoviti rok-pop hor „Family“, koji okuplja više od 50 članova i nastupa uz bend i soliste u zemlji i inostranstvu.

Kao autorka muzike za djecu, ostvarila je zapažene rezultate na domaćim i međunarodnim festivalima dječjeg stvaralaštva. Osnivačica je „Vršačke rok-pop školice“, pokrenute 2017. godine, gdje kroz kreativne muzičke radionice kontinuirano njeguje muzički razvoj djece od najranijeg uzrasta, a u saradnji sa plesnim i dramskim udruženjima kreira i realizuje novogodišnje mjuzikle, okupljajući više od stotinu djece izvođača.

Osnivačica je festivala autorskih bendova „Tower Rock Fest“ koji postoji od 2004. godine. Radila je i kao novinar, a od 2007. godine zaposlena je u Muzičkoj školi „Josif Marinković“ u Vršcu, gdje predaje teoretske muzičke predmete.

Dobitnica je nagrade „Branko Radunković – Volja čini čuda“ za 2019. godinu.

Sonja Matanov-Jerković is a music educator, organizer, and choir director. She lives and works in Vršac, Serbia. She graduated in 2000 from the Academy of Arts in Novi Sad, where she studied music, having previously completed her secondary music education in Pančevo. During her studies and in the years that followed, she was a member of several amateur and professional choirs.

She is particularly dedicated to working with children and young people, developing their musical abilities, and encouraging creative expression through music. Since 2016, she has served as the Artistic Director of the Pevajmo srcem (“Let's Sing with Our Hearts”) Children's Singing Festival, where she is involved in designing and implementing the festival programme and preparing young performers.

In the same year, she founded the children's choir Raspevano srce (“Singing Heart”), which performs at numerous cultural events and festivals in Serbia and abroad, promoting original songs for children. In October 2022, she also founded Family, a mixed-voice rock and pop choir with more than 50 members, which performs with a band and soloists both in Serbia and internationally.

As a composer of music for children, she has achieved notable success at national and international festivals celebrating children's creativity. She is also the founder of the Vršačka rok-pop školica (Vršac Rock and Pop School), established in 2017. Through creative music workshops, she has continuously nurtured children's musical development from their earliest years. In collaboration with dance and drama associations, she also creates and stages Christmas and New Year musicals, bringing together more than 100 young performers.

She founded Tower Rock Fest, a festival of original bands that has been running since 2004. She has also worked as a journalist and, since 2007, has been employed at the Josif Marinković Music School in Vršac, where she teaches music theory and other theoretical music subjects.

In 2019, she received the Branko Radunković – Will Makes Miracles Award.