Rotary Kiama’s Festival of Choirs returned bigger than ever after a four-year absence. The festival was held at The Pavilion in Kiama on 15 October, hosting a full programme with 10 performances from groups young and old.

The Festival of Choirs attracted 230 choirists from across the Illawarra from a diverse range of groups, including small and large community groups and even a cappella performers.

The Festival of Choirs went on hiatus in 2020 following the COVID-19 pandemic but returned for its 10th year last week. All proceeds from the day go towards funding Rotary Kiama’s charitable projects.

A large team of Kiama Rotarians volunteered to make sure the four-hour event ran smoothly, as well as assistance from friends of Rotary. 

Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, and the new choirs that performed at this year’s festival have all requested to return next year. 

Audiences were piped into The Pavilion by Kiama Pipes and Drums. Rotary Kiama also praised The Pavilion as the ideal place to host an event like the Festival of Choirs.