Jewish Choral Festival registration is open

Early registration is open for the annual North American Jewish Choral Festival, which unites singers of all levels of proficiency for a five-day musical experience of Jewish identity. NAJCF 2026 is set for August 2 to 6 in Stamford, Conn.

“The festival is a special place where we create community while exploring the finest in Jewish choral music,” Matthew Lazar, NAJCF’s founder and director, said. “The festival provides an environment of creativity and camaraderie as well as a feeling of hope and unity, as singers share a bonding experience and forge new friendships.”

Festival highlights will include a focus on American Jewish music to celebrate the USA’s 250th birthday, featuring compositions by American Jewish composers. Teen singers in HaZamir Israel who were unable to travel to the U.S. for their annual gala concert in March will perform.

NAJCF participants include amateur singers, professionals, cantors, conductors, and lovers of Jewish music of all ages. Participants have the opportunity to sing with hundreds of their peers and to learn from top experts in Jewish choral music in a supportive setting. The festival includes musical activities, daily community sings, workshops, seminars, and evening concerts.

The choral festival is a program of Zamir Choral Foundation. Early bird reduced pricing is available through May 15. For information or to register, go to https://zamirchoralfoundation.org/north-american-jewish-choral-festival/