From September 20 to 25, 2026, the picturesque Spanish resort town of Lloret de Mar, nestled along the stunning Costa Brava coastline, became a vibrant global hub of art, music, and dance.
Bringing together around 200 participants, this September edition of the Sea Sun Festival welcomed talented contestants across multiple disciplines: vocal performance, choral art, choreography, and fine arts.
To watch how this extraordinary showcase unfolded, check out our official recap video on the Fiestalonia YouTube channel.
Competition Days: A Two-Stage Showcase
The competitive viewings were held in a professional atmosphere across two intense and inspiring stages:
Stage 1: Vocalists & Choral Ensembles
The festival opened with the pure power of voices. Vocal soloists and choirs took center stage to demonstrate their technical mastery and emotional depth.
Their performances were evaluated by an esteemed international jury panel of renowned musicians and conductors:
- Xavier García Cardona — Conductor, pianist, and composer graduated in orchestra conducting from Conservatori del Liceu in Barcelona. Artistic director of the chamber music series «Estones de Clàssica» at Ateneu de Sant Just Desvern and member of the Spanish Association of Choir Directors.
- Joan Carles Capdevila Torné — Arranger, composer, studio singer, member of «a cappella» groups, and instrumentalist active in musical theater, classical choral singing, opera orchestration, and symphonic arrangements.
- Clàudia Dubé Oranías — Distinguished choir and orchestra conductor from Catalonia. She leads renowned vocal ensembles such as Cor Madrigalista and Cor Perla de l’Havana, and once directed a massive choral production at the Auditori de Barcelona featuring over 700 young singers simultaneously on stage.
Stage 2: Dance & Choreography
Following a short intermission, the stage came alive with the vibrant energy of dance groups and soloists.
The choreographic performances were judged by an expert panel:
- Marcos Martinez — Highly regarded national and international Hip Hop trainer, choreographer, and artist with an impressive portfolio of television shows and events.
- Yulia Kruglyak — The first Slavic flamenco performer in Spain, boasting 30 years of scenic experience, a successful choreographer, masterclass instructor, and member of international competition juries.
- David Dzhaparidze — President and founder of the Spanish festival committee Fiestalonia Milenio, and jury member for the world’s most prestigious competitions.
Educational Masterclasses & Artistic Inspiration
Beyond the competition, Fiestalonia provided participants with high-level educational opportunities to refine their skills:
- Choral Workshop with Xavier García: Choirs participated in an exclusive masterclass focused on breathing techniques, vocal blending, exploring new choral compositions, and mastering advanced acoustic sound dynamics to elevate their ensemble performance.
- Hip Hop Dance Master Class with Marcos Martinez: Following the competitive viewings, dancers took part in an explosive masterclass where they mastered fresh urban choreography, learned sharp rhythm isolation, improved execution speed, and gained professional stage-presence tips from a master trainer.
- plein-Air Painting at the Gardens of Santa Clotilde: While the performers trained, the festival’s fine artists visited Lloret de Mar’s most iconic landmark — the historic Santa Clotilde Gardens. Perched above the cliffs with breathtaking panoramic views of Sa Boadella beach and the Mediterranean Sea, this picturesque location (favored by international film and television directors) provided the ultimate inspiration for the painters to capture the coastal beauty in their works.
Cultural Immersion & Excursions
Fiestalonia offers a rich, comprehensive program of entertainment, excursions, and cultural events for all participants. Alongside their festival commitments, groups enjoyed unforgettable sightseeing trips to iconic Catalan destinations, including Barcelona, Girona, and Figueres to explore the legendary Dalí Theatre-Museum.
Grand Finale: Morning Concert & Open-Air Gala
The final day of the festival featured two unforgettable events:
- Morning Choral Concert at Sant Romà Church: In the morning, three choirs from Italy, Estonia, and Poland gathered at the historic Church of Sant Romà to deliver a magnificent acoustic concert. Presenting a carefully curated program of sacred compositions and traditional folk songs, the choristers delighted locals, tourists, and passersby who stopped to experience the sublime harmonies within the sacred walls.
- Sunset Gala Concert & Award Ceremony: As the sun set, the festival concluded with the grand Sea Sun Festival Gala Concert on the town’s central square (Plaça de Pere Torrent). Contestants and invited guest artists shared the stage in a warm, celebratory atmosphere. The evening culminated in the official Award Ceremony, honoring the winners and runners-up of the competition. (Full result protocols and score sheets are available in the attached festival document).
See You at Sea Sun Festival 2027!
The Sea Sun Festival September 2026 once again proved that art knows no borders, uniting passionate creators from around the world.
The Fiestalonia Milenio organizing committee invites all artists, dancers, musicians, and choristers to join our upcoming international events. Give your talent a global stage — we look forward to welcoming you at Fiestalonia festivals in 2027!
Treat your ensemble to a magical experience on the Costa Brava — see you at Sea Sun Festival 2027!