Role

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Ensemble

Genre

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Choral

 

Collegium Musicum Choir is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with their exceptional performances for over five decades. The choir was founded in 1964 by conductor and composer, Ján Albrecht, in Bratislava, Slovakia. Ján Albrecht was a visionary musician who wanted to create a choir that would showcase the best of Slovakian choral music. He gathered a group of talented singers and musicians and formed the Collegium Musicum Choir. The choir quickly gained a reputation for their exceptional performances and became one of the most sought-after ensembles in Slovakia. Over the years, the Collegium Musicum Choir has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls and festivals around the world. They have collaborated with renowned conductors and soloists, and have received numerous awards and accolades for their outstanding performances. One of the highlights of the choir's career was their performance at the 1970 World Expo in Osaka, Japan. The choir was invited to represent Slovakia at the event and performed to a packed audience of over 10,000 people. Their performance was so well-received that they were invited to perform at several other events in Japan, including the prestigious Suntory Music Hall in Tokyo. In 1972, the Collegium Musicum Choir won the Grand Prix at the International Choral Competition in Arezzo, Italy. This was a major achievement for the choir and cemented their reputation as one of the best choral ensembles in the world. The choir has also performed at several other international festivals and competitions, including the Festival of Two Worlds in Spoleto, Italy, the International Festival of Choral Music in Cork, Ireland, and the International Choral Competition in Tolosa, Spain. In addition to their international performances, the Collegium Musicum Choir has also been a regular fixture in the Slovakian music scene. They have performed at the Bratislava Music Festival, the Slovakian Philharmonic, and the Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, among others. The choir has also collaborated with several renowned Slovakian composers, including Peter Breiner, Vladimír Godár, and Juraj Hatrík. They have premiered several works by these composers, including Breiner's "Slovak Dances" and Godár's "Mater". Over the years, the Collegium Musicum Choir has released several recordings, including "Slovak Christmas Carols", "Slovak Folk Songs", and "Slovak Masses". Their recordings have received critical acclaim and have been praised for their exceptional musicality and technical proficiency. In 2014, the Collegium Musicum Choir celebrated their 50th anniversary with a series of concerts and events. The celebrations included a performance of Mozart's Requiem at the Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, a concert at the Bratislava Music Festival, and a gala concert at the Slovak National Theatre. Today, the Collegium Musicum Choir continues to be one of the most respected and admired choral ensembles in the world. They have inspired generations of musicians and have played a significant role in promoting Slovakian choral music on the international stage. Their legacy is a testament to the power of music to bring people together and to transcend cultural boundaries.

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