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2025 Rochester International Vocal
Competition

Be there for the Rochester International Vocal Competition Finals, in an exciting return to a live format. Enjoy thrilling performances from three rising stars live and in person. Then, feel the anticipation as esteemed judge Evans Mirageas announces the first-prize winner during this one-of-a-kind evening of opera arias.

May 17, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Rochester Institute of Technology
Allen Chapel
at the Kilian J. and Caroline F. Schmitt Interfaith Center
40 Lomb Memorial Drive | Rochester, NY 14623

Tickets to this celebratory fundraiser include valet parking, light refreshments, and a post-performance reception with a chance to meet the finalists and judges.

Ticket sales and donations benefit the Rochester Oratorio Society, the region’s premier choral ensemble, providing community education and live choral music of the highest quality.

Contestants

Application Criteria

Photo of Evans Mirageas, judge for the Rochester International Vocal Competition

The Judges

Meet the Judges

photo of winners of the Rochester International Vocal Competition

The Winners

Meet the Winners

Photo of Eric Townell conducting the Rochester Oratorio Society, sponsors of the Rochester International Vocal Competition

Support

Your donations help support vocal talent, youth education, and more.

Cody Bowers

2024 Showcase

Watch the 2024 RIVC Showcase live stream here and get a taste of what’s in store for 2025!

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Program

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