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The Transylvania State Philharmonic Choir is a renowned classical music ensemble based in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. The choir was founded in 1949, shortly after the establishment of the Transylvania State Philharmonic Orchestra, with the aim of providing a vocal complement to the orchestra's performances. The choir's early years were marked by a period of rapid growth and development, as it quickly established itself as one of the premier choral ensembles in Romania. Under the leadership of its first conductor, Ioan Chirilă, the choir began to attract talented singers from across the country, and its repertoire expanded to include a wide range of classical and contemporary works. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, the Transylvania State Philharmonic Choir continued to build its reputation as a leading choral ensemble, performing regularly with the orchestra and collaborating with some of the most prominent composers and conductors of the day. In 1968, the choir was awarded the prestigious George Enescu Prize, one of the highest honors in Romanian classical music, in recognition of its outstanding contributions to the country's cultural heritage. In the decades that followed, the Transylvania State Philharmonic Choir continued to thrive, performing regularly both at home and abroad and earning critical acclaim for its performances of works by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, and other great composers. The choir's repertoire also expanded to include contemporary works by Romanian and international composers, reflecting its commitment to promoting new and innovative music. One of the choir's most notable performances came in 1990, when it was invited to perform at the Vatican for Pope John Paul II. The concert, which was broadcast live to millions of viewers around the world, was a highlight of the choir's career and cemented its reputation as one of the finest choral ensembles in Europe. In recent years, the Transylvania State Philharmonic Choir has continued to build on its legacy of excellence, under the leadership of conductor Cornel Groza. The choir has performed at major festivals and concert halls across Europe, including the Salzburg Festival, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Royal Albert Hall in London. Despite its many achievements, the Transylvania State Philharmonic Choir remains committed to its mission of promoting classical music and preserving Romania's rich cultural heritage. Through its performances, recordings, and educational programs, the choir continues to inspire audiences around the world with its passion and dedication to the art of choral music.

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