Our history
Zaria Koru Eskola, founded in 2015 by pianist, singer and conductor Imanol Elizasu, is a choral school based in Errenteria that offers much more than singing lessons. Since its beginnings, Zaria has been a space where the passion for music is combined with a comprehensive training that includes singing, piano, music theory and more.
The school is organized in different groups according to age: Musical workshop for the youngest, ZariaTxiki for those who are just starting in the world of singing, ZariaTxo for those who are growing up, ZariaGaz for teenagers and Zaria for adults. Each group finds its place in an environment accessible to all quality music, starting from the age of four.
Zaria Koru Eskola works a repertoire that includes renaissance music, Basque folklore, musicals, international folklore and contemporary music, among others. In addition, Zaria actively collaborates with national and international choirs with the aim of bringing new cultures to Errenteria and promoting the personal and artistic growth of its singers. These collaborations have taken us to countries such as the United States, France, Germany or the Czech Republic, among others.
Our mission is to help each person develop their vocal and musical potential in an environment that fosters values such as discipline, self-esteem, solidarity and respect.
"Music is a powerful tool for personal and community development."
What is Zaria Koru Eskola?
At Zaria Koru Eskola, we offer you the opportunity to explore and perfect various fundamental disciplines for singing. Under the direction of Imanol Elizasu, we are dedicated to teaching the correct knowledge and use of the voice, an instrument present in all of us and essential for a quality musical education. We are a project open to people of all ages, where education and culture are promoted, establishing new links of collaboration and creating networks of participation.
Our approach is based on an integrative vision of the voice, where we help each individual to develop his or her maximum potential, improving vocal technique, taking care of it and enhancing it. We control the voice so that it is expressive and natural, thus promoting an enriching and quality musical education.
Benefits of choral singing:
- Emotional well-being
- Social development
- Confidence and self-esteem
- Comprehensive musical training
Activity highlights:
- Concerts and shows
- Exchanges with other choirs
- Choral workshops and theatrical expression
- Travel and cultural experiences
Our trips
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2016
- → Schorndorf
- → Manlleu
- → Ejea de los caballeros
In April we participated in a choir competition in Ejea de los Caballeros, where we shared our passion for music with other choirs and enjoyed an unforgettable experience.
In July, we traveled to Schorndorf to perform a concert together with the "Max Planck Gymnasium Chor" choir, an event that allowed us to exchange cultures and musical experiences with our German colleagues.
In December, we went to Manlleu to offer a concert together with the choir "Cor de l'Escola de Música de Manlleu", closing the year with a special collaboration that left us with shared memories and emotions.
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2017
- → Candás
- → Persan
- → Nevada
- → Dax
In February we participated in a choral competition in Candás, where we managed to win the first prize, a recognition that we celebrate with great enthusiasm and pride for the collective effort.
In June, we were invited to a choral meeting in Persan, an enriching experience in which we shared our passion for music with other choirs and established unique cultural ties.
In July, we toured Nevada, taking our music to new horizons and sharing our artistic approach with diverse and enthusiastic audiences.
In September, we participated in the prestigious Dax Music Festival, an event that allowed us to interact with other renowned musicians and gave us a platform to showcase our music to an international audience.
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2018
- → Mont de Marsan
- → Castelnaudary
- → Granollers
In February we offered a concert in Mont-de-Marsan, invited by UNICEF France, in a solidarity event where music became a bridge of hope and collaboration.
In June we participated in a choir festival in Castelnaudary, sharing the stage with choirs from different places and living a day full of music and fellowship.
In October we were invited by the Cor de Cambra de Granollers to conduct some musical workshops and to offer a joint concert, a formative and artistic experience that allowed us to grow and enjoy the musical exchange.
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2019
- → Hannover
- → Nový Bor
- → Nachod
In June we traveled to Hannover, where we gave two concerts: one as guests of the Mozart Society and the other as part of the "Hannover ist ganz Chor" festival, sharing our music on two exceptional stages.
In August we were in Nový Bor, where we gave a concert in the Městské theater, enjoying a magnificent reception from the local audience.
That same month, we also visited Nachod, where we gave two concerts together with the Nachod Singing Choir, experiencing unforgettable moments of cultural and musical exchange.
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2020
- → Hendaye
In January we offered a concert at the Saint Vincent church in Hendaye, a setting full of history and emotion where we shared our repertoire with a warm and welcoming audience.
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2022
- → Ejea de los caballeros
- → Manlleu
- → Barcelona
In April we participated again in the choral contest of Ejea de los Caballeros, enjoying an enriching musical experience and the reunion with choirs of great level.
In December we offered concerts in Manlleu and Barcelona, one of them in collaboration with the Cor de l'Escola de Música de Manlleu, closing the year with music, emotion and new artistic ties.
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2024
- → Colmar
- → Prague
- → Nachod
In September we toured the Czech Republic, during which we gave concerts in Colmar, Prague and Náchod. On this occasion, we shared the stage with the choir "La Manécanterie de Saint-Jean" from Colmar and the choir "Canto" from Náchod, living a truly enriching experience of musical and cultural exchange.
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2025
- → Castelnaudary
In March we completed the exchange with the Piccolo choir of Castelnaudary, offering a joint concert at the Saint-Michel church, in a meeting full of music, friendship and collaboration.
