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Grant Park Chorus is a renowned classical music artist that has been captivating audiences with their exceptional performances for over 50 years. The chorus was founded in 1962 by Thomas Peck, who served as the chorus director for 24 years. Since then, the chorus has grown to become one of the most respected and sought-after choral ensembles in the world. The Grant Park Chorus is based in Chicago, Illinois, and is the resident chorus of the Grant Park Music Festival. The festival is a free outdoor music series that takes place every summer in Millennium Park and the Jay Pritzker Pavilion. The chorus has been an integral part of the festival since its inception and has performed alongside some of the world's most renowned orchestras and conductors. Over the years, the Grant Park Chorus has performed a wide range of repertoire, from classical masterpieces to contemporary works. The chorus has also premiered numerous new works, including commissions from some of the most prominent composers of our time. The chorus has collaborated with many of the world's leading conductors, including Sir Georg Solti, James Levine, and Riccardo Muti. One of the highlights of the Grant Park Chorus's career was their performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony in 1986. The performance was conducted by Sir Georg Solti and featured the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. The concert was a huge success and was broadcast on national television. The chorus received critical acclaim for their performance, and it remains one of their most memorable performances to date. In 1995, the Grant Park Chorus was awarded the Margaret Hillis Award for Choral Excellence by Chorus America. The award is given annually to a chorus that demonstrates artistic excellence, a strong commitment to education, and a dedication to the community. The Grant Park Chorus was recognized for their outstanding performances and their commitment to promoting choral music in the Chicago area. In 2004, the Grant Park Chorus performed at the Ravinia Festival with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. The concert was conducted by James Levine and featured a program of works by Mozart and Brahms. The performance was a huge success, and the chorus received a standing ovation from the audience. In 2011, the Grant Park Chorus performed at the BBC Proms in London. The concert was conducted by Carlos Kalmar and featured a program of works by American composers, including Bernstein, Barber, and Copland. The performance was broadcast on national television and received critical acclaim. In addition to their performances at the Grant Park Music Festival, the Grant Park Chorus has also performed at many other prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Royal Albert Hall. The chorus has also toured internationally, performing in Europe, Asia, and South America. The Grant Park Chorus has released several recordings over the years, including a recording of Brahms's Ein deutsches Requiem, which was released in 2017. The recording received critical acclaim and was nominated for a Grammy Award. The Grant Park Chorus has been led by several distinguished conductors over the years, including Christopher Bell, who served as the chorus director from 2002 to 2019. Under Bell's leadership, the chorus continued to grow and thrive, performing a wide range of repertoire and collaborating with some of the world's leading conductors and orchestras.

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