Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Romantic

Genre

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Vocal

 

The Crouch End Children's Chorus is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with their angelic voices for over three decades. Founded in 1984 by David Temple, the choir has become one of the most respected children's choirs in the world. David Temple, a renowned conductor and choral director, founded the Crouch End Children's Chorus with the aim of providing children with the opportunity to learn and perform classical music at the highest level. The choir is based in Crouch End, a suburb of London, and is made up of children aged between 7 and 18 years old. The choir has a rigorous audition process, and only the most talented and dedicated children are selected to join. Once accepted, the children undergo intensive training in vocal technique, music theory, and performance skills. The choir rehearses twice a week, and members are expected to attend all rehearsals and performances. Over the years, the Crouch End Children's Chorus has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including the Royal Albert Hall, the Barbican Centre, and the Sydney Opera House. They have also collaborated with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra. One of the highlights of the choir's career was their performance at the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games in London. The choir performed "Chariots of Fire" alongside the London Symphony Orchestra, and their performance was watched by millions of people around the world. The choir has also won numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 1995, they won the prestigious Sainsbury's Choir of the Year competition, and in 2000, they were awarded the title of BBC Radio 3 Choir of the Year. They have also won several international competitions, including the International Youth Music Festival in Vienna and the Florilège Vocal de Tours in France. The Crouch End Children's Chorus has released several albums over the years, including "Christmas with the Crouch End Choir" and "Songs of Innocence and Experience." Their recordings have received critical acclaim and have been praised for their technical excellence and emotional depth. The choir has also been involved in several charitable initiatives over the years. They have performed at numerous benefit concerts, raising money for causes such as cancer research and children's charities. Despite their success and international acclaim, the Crouch End Children's Chorus remains committed to their mission of providing children with the opportunity to learn and perform classical music at the highest level. They continue to inspire audiences around the world with their angelic voices and their passion for music.

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