VoixSi VoixLa Festival
The voice festival in Joinville
About VoixSi VoixLa
Created in 2022 by the Vall'Art association, the VoixSi VoixLa festival is a highlight around vocal practice in Joinville, Haute-Marne. For three days in April, it offers an itinerary mixing tourism and music, punctuated by concerts, open stages for choirs, and participatory workshops in various heritage sites of the town. The festival brings together professional artists and amateur choirs in a friendly atmosphere, celebrating the voice in all its forms.
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VoixSi VoixLa: The Voice in the Spotlight in Joinville
Born in 2022, the VoixSi VoixLa festival is an annual event dedicated to vocal practice in the town of Joinville, in the heart of Haute-Marne. Supported by the Vall'Art association, founded in 2003 to promote choral singing in rural areas, this festival offers an original journey over three days, combining concerts, open stages, and participatory workshops in several emblematic locations of the town.
A Festival Born from a Choral Passion
The Vall'Art association has been working since 2003 to make choral singing accessible to everyone in a rural territory. It runs a children's and teenagers' choir directed by Catherine Millot, organizes singing workshops open to all levels, and musical weekends. The VoixSi VoixLa festival is the natural culmination of this commitment: a unifying event that brings together professionals and amateurs around the voice.
Heritage Sites as a Backdrop
The festival's concerts and workshops take place in several remarkable locations in Joinville: the Salle des fêtes Raymond Hanin, the Church of Joinville, the Espace Marcand, the Auditoire, and the Château du Grand-Jardin. This musical itinerary through the town allows visitors to discover Joinville's heritage while enjoying the performances.
A Rich and Varied Program
Each edition of the festival is structured around three pillars:
- Concerts: On Friday evening, a free opening concert showcases the young choristers of Vall'Art and students from local schools. On Saturday and Sunday, professional vocal ensembles offer performances in various styles: a cappella, polyphony, French chanson, contemporary or traditional repertoire.
- Open Stages: Choirs from Haute-Marne and neighboring departments are invited to perform and present part of their repertoire. A moment of sharing and meeting between amateur choirs.
- Participatory Workshops: Led by guest artists, they allow all audiences to learn vocal technique, improvisation, choir conducting, or collective creation.
An Event Supported by the Region
The festival benefits from the support of the City of Joinville, the Department of Haute-Marne, the Arts Vivants 52 network, and local businesses. It is part of a dynamic of cultural enhancement of the northern Haute-Marne territory.
VoixSi VoixLa — edition 2026
The 5th edition of the VoixSi VoixLa festival will be held from April 10 to 12, 2026, in Joinville. The program includes an opening concert for young choristers, a concert by InChorus titled 'Chemin(s)' at the church, the show 'Élégance française' by Les Nanas dans l'Rétro, and a concert by the trio Ispolin with the female vocal ensemble Thibaut de Champagne. Workshops will cover musical arrangements, choir conducting, Bulgarian polyphony, and contemporary repertoire.
5th Edition — April 2026
The VoixSi VoixLa festival returns for its 5th edition from April 10 to 12, 2026, in Joinville, with a program blending professional vocal ensembles, amateur choirs, and vocal practice workshops.
Opening Concert — Friday, April 10 at 7 PM
A free evening at the Salle des fêtes featuring the Vall'Art children's choir in 'L'Habit neuf de l'empereur' and students from the conservatory in 'Les 2 Petits Ours'.
InChorus — Saturday, April 11 at 6:30 PM
The ensemble InChorus will present its program 'Chemin(s)' at the Church of Joinville, a musical invitation to journey.
Les Nanas dans l'Rétro — Saturday, April 11 at 9 PM
The group Les Nanas dans l'Rétro will take over the Salle des fêtes with their show 'Élégance française'.
Ispolin and Thibaut de Champagne — Sunday, April 12 at 5:30 PM
The trio Ispolin and the female vocal ensemble Thibaut de Champagne will close the festival at the Church of Joinville.
Workshops and Open Stages
Saturday and Sunday workshops will cover musical arrangements, choir conducting, Bulgarian polyphony, and contemporary repertoire. Regional choirs will perform during the open stages.
Highlights VoixSi VoixLa 2026
Highlights of the 2026 Edition
- 5th edition of the festival
- Concert 'Chemin(s)' by InChorus at the church
- Show 'Élégance française' by Les Nanas dans l'Rétro
- Trio Ispolin and female vocal ensemble Thibaut de Champagne
- Workshops: Bulgarian polyphony, choir conducting, contemporary repertoire
- Open stages for 10 amateur choirs
Prices VoixSi VoixLa 2026
Practical information — VoixSi VoixLa
Practical Information
Venues
The festival takes place in several locations in Joinville:
- Salle des fêtes Raymond Hanin — Place du Général Leclerc (main concerts)
- Église de Joinville (concerts)
- Espace Marcand (workshops)
- L'Auditoire (open stages)
Access
By car: Joinville is located on the N67, about 30 km south of Saint-Dizier and 80 km north of Chaumont.
By train: Joinville SNCF station, very close to the Salle des fêtes.
Prices
- Opening Concert (Friday): free, by reservation
- Saturday and Sunday Concerts: full price €10-€12, reduced price €5-€6, free for under 12/16 year olds
- Open Stages: free entry
- Workshops: €6 (full price), €4 (reduced price)
Ticketing
Bookings on the festival website or on-site 30 minutes before each concert or workshop.
Contact
Vall'Art Association
Place du Général Leclerc — Mairie, 52300 Joinville
Phone: 06 71 45 93 24
Email: [email protected]
Festival website: festival-voixsi-voixla.e-monsite.com
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Salle des fêtes Raymond Hanin
Place du Général Leclerc, 52300 Joinville