The Fleischmann International Trophy Competition consistently features top-class adult choirs from many countries. A program of a cappella music consisting of either three or four contrasting works whose total duration (actual singing) is between 10 and 12 minutes, is required. The music must be purely vocal without the addition of percussion instruments. Choirs whose programs do not comply with the prescribed limits will incur a time penalty. The competition is open to any choir of international standing with a minimum of 20 and maximum of 60 voices; purely children's choirs are not eligible.

The program must represent an historically balanced and coherent range of styles and must include:
• A piece composed before 1750
• An original work by a living composer
• A work by a composer of the choir's native country

Application for Fleischmann International Trophy Competition happens annually on 31st of October each year

FINALS (live rounds)

The Cork International Choral Festival takes place April 27-May 1. Afternoon and evening concerts will hear some of the world's top amateur choirs compete for the Fleischmann International Trophy. The competition occurs on the Saturday of the Festival in Cork's City Hall.