The friendly fellowship of voices united in pouring out their songs in perfect harmony in a weekend of idyllic sunshine made Cork the most agreeable place to be over the weekend for the city’s International Choral Festival.

Cork City Hall

The 60th annual Cork International Choral Festival took place at the weekend, with approximately 5,000 participants — the largest number it has ever had. Here are the results.

THE Cork International Choral Festival, now in its 54th year, saw 85 choirs from throughout Ireland competing in the national competitions and international choirs competing for the prestigious Fleischmann International Trophy over the weekend.