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Opera

 

 

Orchestral

 

The Ambrosian Chorus is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with its exceptional performances for over five decades. Founded in 1951 by John McCarthy, the Ambrosian Chorus has become one of the most respected and sought-after choirs in the world. John McCarthy was a British conductor and composer who had a passion for choral music. He founded the Ambrosian Chorus with the aim of creating a choir that would perform a wide range of choral music, from early music to contemporary works. The choir was named after St. Ambrose, the patron saint of music. The Ambrosian Chorus quickly gained a reputation for its exceptional performances and soon became one of the most in-demand choirs in the UK. The choir's members were all professional singers who had trained at some of the most prestigious music schools in the country. Over the years, the Ambrosian Chorus has worked with some of the most renowned conductors and composers in the world. The choir has performed with the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, among others. One of the highlights of the Ambrosian Chorus's career was its performance of Handel's Messiah at the Royal Albert Hall in 1965. The performance was conducted by Sir Colin Davis and featured soloists such as Joan Sutherland and Kenneth McKellar. The concert was a huge success and cemented the Ambrosian Chorus's reputation as one of the best choirs in the world. The Ambrosian Chorus has also been involved in numerous film and television productions. The choir provided the vocals for the soundtrack of the film Chariots of Fire, which won an Academy Award for Best Original Score in 1982. The choir has also worked on the soundtracks of other films such as The Lion King, The Lord of the Rings, and Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. In addition to its work in the film and television industry, the Ambrosian Chorus has also performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world. The choir has performed at the Royal Opera House, the Royal Festival Hall, and the Barbican Centre in London, as well as at Carnegie Hall in New York and the Sydney Opera House in Australia. The Ambrosian Chorus has won numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 1977, the choir won a Grammy Award for Best Choral Performance for its recording of Verdi's Requiem. The choir has also been awarded the Queen's Award for Export Achievement for its work in the film and television industry. The Ambrosian Chorus has undergone some changes over the years. John McCarthy retired as the choir's conductor in 1991 and was succeeded by Jeremy Backhouse. Under Backhouse's leadership, the choir has continued to perform at the highest level and has expanded its repertoire to include works by contemporary composers. Today, the Ambrosian Chorus continues to be one of the most respected and sought-after choirs in the world. The choir's members are all highly trained professionals who are dedicated to creating exceptional performances. The Ambrosian Chorus's legacy is a testament to the power of choral music and the dedication of its members to their craft.

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