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The Goethe University Frankfurt Chamber Choir is a renowned classical music ensemble based in Frankfurt, Germany. The choir was founded in 1950 by Professor Helmut Walcha, a prominent German organist and conductor, and has since become one of the most respected choral groups in Europe. The choir's early years were marked by a focus on the performance of sacred music, particularly the works of Johann Sebastian Bach. Under Walcha's leadership, the choir quickly gained a reputation for its precision and musicality, and was soon invited to perform at major festivals and events throughout Germany and beyond. In the decades that followed, the Goethe University Frankfurt Chamber Choir continued to expand its repertoire and refine its sound. The choir's membership grew to include both professional and amateur singers, and its performances began to incorporate a wider range of musical styles and genres. One of the choir's most notable achievements came in 1985, when it was invited to perform at the prestigious Salzburg Festival in Austria. The choir's performance of Bach's Mass in B Minor was widely praised by critics and audiences alike, and helped to cement its reputation as one of the leading choral ensembles in Europe. In the years that followed, the Goethe University Frankfurt Chamber Choir continued to perform at major festivals and events throughout Europe and beyond. The choir's repertoire expanded to include works by a wide range of composers, from Mozart and Beethoven to contemporary composers such as Arvo Pärt and John Tavener. In addition to its performances, the choir has also been recognized for its contributions to the field of choral music. In 1995, the choir was awarded the prestigious Rheingau Musikpreis, which recognizes outstanding contributions to the world of classical music. The award cited the choir's "uncompromising commitment to musical excellence" and its "dedication to preserving and promoting the rich tradition of choral music." Today, the Goethe University Frankfurt Chamber Choir continues to be a leading force in the world of choral music. Under the direction of conductor Wolfgang Schäfer, the choir remains committed to the highest standards of musical excellence, and continues to inspire audiences around the world with its performances of both classic and contemporary choral works.

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