About | Der Smile Chor

Changing the world one smile at a time.

Der Smile Chor is made up of singers from all around the world, united by the conviction that music can bring joy and healing.

Who We Are

All choir members volunteer their time and talents out of personal motivation. Our performances are free of charge for the host facilities, and we cover all expenses ourselves through private contributions from our members.

We are not a formal association, but rather a community of people dedicating their time, voices, and skills to bringing joy to others. Our concerts are often accompanied by small gifts, such as balloons or toys for children.

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Where We’ve Been

We have performed at numerous locations around the Munich area, including community centres, care homes, shelters, and hospitals.

  • Haus für Mutter und Kind des Paritätischen Wohlfahrtsverbandes
  • Flexiheim am Krautgarten
  • Städt. Notquartier "Am Hollerbusch"
  • Münchenstift Haus an der Effnerstraße
  • Seniorenzentrum Martha-Maria München
  • Haus am Wiesenweg Seniorenzentrum Pullach
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  • Flüchtlingsunterkunft in der Meindlstraße 14a
  • Erstanlaufstelle für ukrainische Geflüchtete in der Dachauer Str.
  • Dezentrale Flüchtlingsunterkunft – Schatzbogen
  • Kinderklinik und Kinderpoliklinik im Dr. von Haunerschen Kinderspital
  • Kinderklinik im Klinikum Dritter Orden
  • Damenstift am Luitpoldpark
  • Caritas Altenheim St. Franziskus
  • Das Ronald McDonald Haus am Deutschen Herzzentrum
  • Evangelisches Pflegezentrum Westend

Where We Come From

A distinctive feature of “Smile” is our international community. Many of our members come from outside Germany and have found a common language through music.

We sing primarily well-known songs in English. This allows people who do not yet speak German to get involved, become part of the local community, and actively give something back.

No prior musical experience is required—just openness and a love for participating together. “Smile” naturally combines music, integration, and human connection.

We bring people together, transcend boundaries, and create moving encounters—voice by voice, heart by heart.

Music-themed world map illustration
Image by Aleksandr Mansurov, available from Vecteezy