Festival 500 Sharing the Voices is a celebrated international non-competitive festival of choral music that takes place in the intimate setting of North America's oldest city, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. This heralded Festival and its accompanying academic symposium on the phenomenon of singing bring together singers, conductors and scholars from countries and cultures worldwide. Here they participate in the very best of the world's musical artistry and scholarship. Infused with a joyful spirit, this sharing of voices results in powerful and enriching experiences for all involved. more... See more text