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The Tokyo University of the Arts Chorus is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with their exceptional performances for over 70 years. The group was founded in 1948 as the Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music Chorus, and has since become one of the most respected choral groups in Japan. The Tokyo University of the Arts Chorus was established by Professor Saburo Moroi, a prominent composer and conductor who was also the founder of the Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music. Moroi was a strong advocate for choral music and believed that it was an essential part of the university's curriculum. He assembled a group of talented singers from the university and began rehearsing with them regularly. The group's first major performance was in 1949, when they performed Beethoven's Ninth Symphony with the NHK Symphony Orchestra. This performance was a huge success and helped to establish the Tokyo University of the Arts Chorus as a leading choral ensemble in Japan. Over the years, the Tokyo University of the Arts Chorus has performed a wide range of repertoire, including works by Bach, Mozart, Brahms, and Verdi. They have also premiered many new works by Japanese composers, including Saburo Moroi, Akira Miyoshi, and Toshiro Mayuzumi. One of the highlights of the Tokyo University of the Arts Chorus's career was their performance at the 1998 World Choral Symposium in Vancouver, Canada. They were the only Japanese choir invited to perform at the event, and their performance was widely praised for its precision and musicality. The Tokyo University of the Arts Chorus has also won numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 1962, they won first prize at the International Choral Competition in Arezzo, Italy, and in 1972 they won the Grand Prix at the International Choral Competition in Varna, Bulgaria. They have also won several awards at the Japan Choral Association's National Choral Competition, including the Gold Prize in 1982 and 1990. In addition to their performances and awards, the Tokyo University of the Arts Chorus has also made several recordings over the years. Their recordings include works by Bach, Mozart, and Brahms, as well as Japanese choral music. The Tokyo University of the Arts Chorus has undergone several changes over the years, including changes in leadership and membership. However, they have remained committed to their mission of promoting choral music and providing a high-quality musical education to their members. Today, the Tokyo University of the Arts Chorus continues to be a leading choral ensemble in Japan and a respected presence on the international choral scene. They have inspired countless musicians and audiences over the years with their exceptional performances and dedication to the art of choral music.

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