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Funding, technology and the changing role of performing arts centres will be among the themes when the Association of Asia Pacific Performing Arts Centres (AAPPAC) holds its 2026 Annual Conference at Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Cultural District from 6 to 9 October.
Creative Oundle for Organists has opened applications for its two residential courses in 2027, offering young musicians a route from their first experience of the pipe organ through to advanced study.
Organisations specialising in choirs and group vocal work can apply for grants of up to £100,000 a year to develop ambitious, sustainable partnerships with schools in England.
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Kantos invites composers of all ages to enter its 2026 Christmas carol competition. The winning unaccompanied choral work will receive £500 and be performed at the choir’s Candlelit Carols concerts in Chester and Manchester. Entries close at 17.00 GMT on Thursday 5 November 2026.
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