Dear colleagues

Please see below an update regarding the 28th International Kodály Symposium, held in Cork, Ireland, from 4-8 August 2027.

I warmly encourage all Kodály Australia members to consider attending the Symposium and connecting with the International Kodály Society (IKS).

A reminder that membership of the IKS can be purchased through the Kodály Australia Member Portal.

I do hope to see you in Cork, 2027.

With best wishes

Jason Boron
President
Kodály Australia

Message from the IKS 2027 Team

We’re delighted to bring you some updates from our Symposium team. Here is the latest news: 

Keynote Speaker Announcement 

Our Keynote Speaker for the sub-themeShared Experiences in Musicologyis Dr Seán Doherty of Dublin City University. Seán is a renowned Irish composer, musicologist and educator whose keynote will draw on his experiences with choral singing, traditional Irish music, shape-note singing and the relationship between musical creativity and practical music-making. You can read more about Seán on our social media: Dr Seán Doherty – stay tuned as we reveal our other 3 keynote speakers! 

Call for Papers Deadline Approaching! 

We would love to hear from teachers, performers and researchers all over the world who are inspired by the Kodály concept. Please consider submitting a presentation before the deadline of December 6 – just under a month from now. We are accepting papers, workshops, posters, lecture recitals and panel discussions on each of our sub-themes: Shared Experiences in Performance, Education, Musicology and Folk Music, so there is a format for everyone. See our website for an overview of the sub-themes, categories and to submit a proposal, and for a thorough explanation of what’s involved, watch this video from organising committee member Meadhbh.

Early Bird Registration 

Registration is open at the Early Bird rate until February 28 next year. Your registration fee includes concerts and events, the opening and closing ceremony and our Saturday excursion, as well as full access to all academic sessions, Symposium choir and hard copies of conference materials. To read more and book please see our website. If you would like to enquire about group booking, email us at ikssymposium2027@gmail.com. 

Please feel free to forward this email to anyone who may be interested, and encourage them to sign up! We look forward to welcoming you in Cork next August! 

Best wishes from the IKS Symposium 2027 Team