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Bach-Chor Siegen is a renowned classical music choir based in Siegen, Germany. The choir was founded in 1957 by Helmut Kahlhöfer, a music teacher and conductor, with the aim of performing the works of Johann Sebastian Bach and other Baroque composers. Over the years, the choir has grown in size and reputation, becoming one of the most respected ensembles in Germany and beyond. The early years of Bach-Chor Siegen were marked by a strong commitment to the music of Bach and his contemporaries. Under Kahlhöfer's leadership, the choir performed a wide range of works, including cantatas, motets, and oratorios. The choir quickly gained a reputation for its precision and musicality, and began to attract talented singers from across the region. In the 1970s, Bach-Chor Siegen began to expand its repertoire beyond the Baroque period. The choir began to perform works by composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, and Brahms, as well as contemporary composers such as Arvo Pärt and John Tavener. This broadening of the choir's repertoire helped to attract a wider audience, and cemented Bach-Chor Siegen's reputation as a versatile and innovative ensemble. Throughout its history, Bach-Chor Siegen has performed at a number of prestigious venues and festivals. The choir has appeared at the Rheingau Musik Festival, the Bachfest Leipzig, and the Salzburg Festival, among others. In 1999, the choir was invited to perform at the Vatican for Pope John Paul II, an honor that was a testament to the choir's international reputation. Bach-Chor Siegen has also been recognized for its excellence with a number of awards and accolades. In 1987, the choir was awarded the Robert Schumann Prize by the city of Zwickau, in recognition of its contributions to the performance of Bach's music. In 2007, the choir was awarded the Culture Prize of the City of Siegen, in recognition of its outstanding achievements in the field of music. One of the highlights of Bach-Chor Siegen's history was the performance of Bach's St. Matthew Passion in 2010. This monumental work, which lasts over three hours, is considered one of the greatest achievements of Western classical music. Bach-Chor Siegen's performance was widely praised for its emotional depth and musicality, and was hailed as a triumph for the choir. Today, Bach-Chor Siegen continues to be a vital and innovative force in the world of classical music. The choir is led by conductor Ulrich Stötzel, who has been praised for his ability to bring out the best in the choir's singers. Under Stötzel's leadership, Bach-Chor Siegen continues to perform a wide range of works, from the Baroque period to the present day. In conclusion, Bach-Chor Siegen is a choir that has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Founded over 60 years ago, the choir has grown in size and reputation, and has become one of the most respected ensembles in Germany and beyond. With its commitment to excellence and innovation, Bach-Chor Siegen is sure to continue to inspire and delight audiences for many years to come.

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