Mexican Choir Competes in Denmark’s Prestigious Choir Games

Cancún, Quintana Roo — The Cancún Municipal Choir Company faces one of its greatest challenges yet: a journey to Denmark, where they will showcase their talent against singers from various nations. The group is set to compete in the sixth edition of the European Choir Games, one of the most prestigious choral competitions in the world, taking place from June 28 to July 6 in Aarhus.

A Proud Moment for Quintana Roo

In a video shared by the Benito Juárez municipal government, the choir was seen performing one of their routines at Cancún International Airport, captivating travelers and locals alike with their vocal prowess. The government of Ana Patricia Peralta expressed gratitude to the group, stating, “Thank you for taking your talent and the name of our city so far.”

The team, consisting of at least 15 members, embarked on a 17-and-a-half-hour flight to compete under the leadership of Miguel Ángel García, the musical director of the Choir Company. Their participation marks a historic moment as the only Mexican representatives in the competition, often referred to as the “choral Olympics.”

A Global Stage with Fierce Competition

A total of 132 choirs from 33 countries will compete across multiple categories. The participating nations include:

1. Australia
2. Austria
3. Bulgaria
4. Germany
5. Belgium
6. Canada
7. China
8. Costa Rica
9. Czech Republic
10. Denmark
11. Faroe Islands
12. Finland
13. Georgia
14. Hungary
15. Indonesia
16. Italy
17. Kosovo
18. Latvia
19. Lithuania
20. Malaysia
21. Mexico
22. Norway
23. New Zealand
24. Netherlands
25. Poland
26. Romania
27. South Africa
28. Singapore
29. Slovakia
30. Sweden
31. Switzerland
32. United Arab Emirates
33. United States

Competing in Two Key Categories

The Mexican choir will participate in two categories: folklore and a cappella polyphony. The folklore segment will highlight Mexico’s cultural traditions through song, while the a cappella polyphony category will test the ensemble’s vocal precision and harmony.

Despite facing seasoned competitors with extensive choral histories, the group remains determined to deliver their best performance. Their qualification alone is a significant achievement, earned through victories in multiple international competitions in recent months. Regardless of the outcome, their participation elevates Mexico’s presence on the global choral stage.