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The Danish National Chamber Choir is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with their exceptional performances for over 80 years. The choir was founded in 1938 by Mogens Wöldike, a Danish conductor and composer, who aimed to create a professional choir that would showcase the best of Danish choral music. The choir started with just 18 members, but over the years, it has grown in size and reputation. Today, the Danish National Chamber Choir is made up of 32 professional singers, all of whom are highly skilled and experienced in the art of choral singing. One of the highlights of the choir's early years was their performance at the 1949 International Festival of Contemporary Music in Venice, where they received critical acclaim for their rendition of works by Danish composers such as Carl Nielsen and Knud Jeppesen. This performance helped to establish the choir as one of the leading ensembles in the world of choral music. Over the years, the Danish National Chamber Choir has continued to perform at major festivals and events around the world, including the Edinburgh International Festival, the BBC Proms, and the Salzburg Festival. They have also collaborated with some of the world's leading conductors and orchestras, including Sir Simon Rattle and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of the choir's most notable achievements was their performance of Bach's St. Matthew Passion in 2010, which was hailed as a "triumph" by critics. The performance was conducted by Marcus Creed, who has been the choir's principal conductor since 2008, and featured soloists such as Andreas Scholl and Werner Güra. In addition to their performances, the Danish National Chamber Choir has also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 2006, they were awarded the prestigious Nordic Council Music Prize, which is awarded annually to a musician or ensemble from one of the Nordic countries. The prize recognized the choir's "outstanding contribution to the development of Nordic music culture." The choir has also released several critically acclaimed recordings over the years, including a series of recordings of works by Danish composer Per Nørgård. Their recording of Nørgård's Symphony No. 3 was awarded the Diapason d'Or in 2012, which is one of the most prestigious awards in the world of classical music. Despite their many achievements, the Danish National Chamber Choir remains committed to their mission of promoting Danish choral music and showcasing the best of the genre to audiences around the world. They continue to perform regularly at major festivals and events, and their recordings are widely regarded as some of the finest examples of choral music available today. In conclusion, the Danish National Chamber Choir is a true gem of the classical music world. Their dedication to their craft, their commitment to promoting Danish choral music, and their exceptional performances have earned them a well-deserved reputation as one of the leading ensembles in the world of choral music. With their continued success and dedication to their art, it is clear that the Danish National Chamber Choir will continue to captivate audiences for many years to come.

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