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The Pforzheim Motet Choir is a renowned classical music ensemble based in Pforzheim, Germany. The choir has a rich history dating back to its inception in 1947, and has since become one of the most respected and celebrated choirs in the world. The choir was founded by conductor Fritz Werner, who had a vision of creating a choir that would perform the great choral works of the past and present. Werner was a highly respected conductor and musician, and had previously worked with the Berlin Philharmonic and the Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra. Under Werner's leadership, the Pforzheim Motet Choir quickly gained a reputation for excellence. The choir's first major performance was in 1948, when they performed Bach's St. Matthew Passion to critical acclaim. This performance set the tone for the choir's future success, and they soon became known for their powerful and moving performances of choral works. Over the years, the Pforzheim Motet Choir has performed at some of the world's most prestigious venues, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, and the Berlin Philharmonic. They have also collaborated with some of the world's most renowned conductors and orchestras, including Herbert von Karajan and the Berlin Philharmonic, and Sir Simon Rattle and the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. One of the choir's most notable performances was their 1964 performance of Bach's Mass in B Minor at the Edinburgh Festival. This performance was widely regarded as one of the greatest choral performances of the 20th century, and cemented the choir's reputation as one of the world's finest choral ensembles. In addition to their performances, the Pforzheim Motet Choir has also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 1965, they were awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for their recording of Bach's St. John Passion, and in 1972 they received the German Record Critics' Award for their recording of Brahms' Ein deutsches Requiem. Despite the passing of Fritz Werner in 1977, the Pforzheim Motet Choir has continued to thrive under the leadership of subsequent conductors. Today, the choir is led by conductor Timo Handschuh, who has continued the choir's tradition of excellence and innovation. In recent years, the choir has expanded their repertoire to include contemporary works, and has collaborated with composers such as Arvo Pärt and John Tavener. They have also continued to perform the great choral works of the past, and have received critical acclaim for their performances of works by Bach, Handel, and Mozart. The Pforzheim Motet Choir's legacy is one of excellence, innovation, and dedication to the art of choral music. Their performances have moved audiences around the world, and their recordings have become classics of the choral repertoire. As they continue to perform and record, the choir remains a shining example of the power and beauty of choral music.

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