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The Benedictine Nuns of the Abbaye de Notre-Dame de l'Annonciation are a group of classical music artists who have gained worldwide recognition for their exceptional talent and unique approach to music-making. The group is made up of a community of nuns who live in the abbey located in the heart of the Burgundy region of France. The nuns have been performing and recording music since 2010, and have since become one of the most sought-after classical music ensembles in the world. The birth of the Benedictine Nuns of the Abbaye de Notre-Dame de l'Annonciation can be traced back to the early 2000s, when the abbey was struggling to make ends meet. The nuns, who had always been involved in music-making as part of their daily routine, decided to record an album of Gregorian chants in order to raise funds for the abbey. The album, titled "Chant: Music for Paradise," was released in 2008 and became an instant success, selling over a million copies worldwide. Encouraged by the success of their first album, the nuns decided to continue recording music, and in 2010 they released their second album, "Veni Emmanuel," which featured a mix of Gregorian chants and traditional Christmas carols. The album was also a commercial success, and helped to establish the nuns as a serious classical music ensemble. Since then, the Benedictine Nuns of the Abbaye de Notre-Dame de l'Annonciation have released several more albums, including "Voice of the Angels" (2013), "Adoration" (2014), and "Lent at Ephesus" (2014). Their music has been praised for its purity, simplicity, and spiritual depth, and has been described as a "window into heaven" by many critics. In addition to their recordings, the nuns have also performed live in several countries around the world, including the United States, Canada, and Australia. Their performances are known for their quiet intensity and meditative quality, and often feature a mix of Gregorian chants, hymns, and other sacred music. One of the highlights of the Benedictine Nuns of the Abbaye de Notre-Dame de l'Annonciation's career was their performance at the Vatican in 2015, where they sang for Pope Francis during his weekly general audience. The nuns' performance was met with a standing ovation from the audience, and was described by the Pope as "a beautiful prayer." The nuns have also received several awards and honors for their music, including a Classical BRIT Award for "Album of the Year" in 2012, and a Grammy nomination for "Best Choral Performance" in 2014. Their music has also been featured in several films and television shows, including "The Da Vinci Code" and "The Crown." Despite their success, the Benedictine Nuns of the Abbaye de Notre-Dame de l'Annonciation remain humble and dedicated to their religious life. They continue to live a simple and contemplative existence, spending their days in prayer, work, and music-making. Their music, which is rooted in the ancient tradition of Gregorian chant, is a testament to the enduring power of faith and the beauty of simplicity.

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