[1] Organised by the Interkultur Foundation for choirs from all over the world, regardless of their country of origin, race, genre of music or artistic ambitions, its motto is "Singing together brings nations together".

[2] The Games originated from the idea to bring people together through singing in peaceful competition, showing that unity of nations through the arts can be effectively and illustratively demonstrated and challenged.

[2] The focus of the Games is on participation above winning, and it aims to inspire people to "experience the strength of interaction, challenging personality and community equally by singing together".

[38] Listing of choirs that either achieved records in the Champions Competition of the WCG or whose participation in the event was special due to their background, composition or history.

According to newspaper reports, participating choirs were encouraged to arrange their accommodation via the agency "M&C Music Contact", which was said to have a close relationship to INTERKULTUR e.V.

[47] The agency justified the criticised price level by stating that the accommodation packages offered would also include a contribution to the organisational expenses, free admission to the competition concerts and a complimentary city tour.