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The London Oratory School Schola is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 1996 by Charles Cole, who was then the Director of Music at the London Oratory School. The ensemble is made up of boys aged between 8 and 18, who are students at the school. The Schola has gained a reputation for excellence in choral music, and has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world. The Schola's main members are the boys who sing in the ensemble. The boys are selected through an audition process, and are chosen for their musical ability and potential. The Schola is divided into two groups: the Junior Schola, which is made up of boys aged between 8 and 13, and the Senior Schola, which is made up of boys aged between 14 and 18. The boys receive a rigorous musical education, and are trained in the art of choral singing. The Schola has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, the Sistine Chapel, and Westminster Abbey. The ensemble has also performed at the BBC Proms, the Edinburgh Festival, and the Aldeburgh Festival. The Schola has collaborated with some of the world's leading conductors and orchestras, including Sir Simon Rattle and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of the highlights of the Schola's performances was their appearance at the funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales, in 1997. The Schola sang the hymn "I Vow to Thee, My Country" at the funeral, which was broadcast to millions of people around the world. The Schola's performance was widely praised for its beauty and sensitivity. The Schola has also won numerous awards for their performances. In 2004, the Schola won the Gramophone Award for Best Choral Recording for their album "Palestrina: Missa Papae Marcelli". The album was praised for its "clarity, precision, and beauty of tone". The Schola has also won the Diapason d'Or award, the Classical Brit Award, and the International Classical Music Award. The Schola's repertoire is wide-ranging, and includes works by composers such as Palestrina, Byrd, Tallis, and Victoria. The Schola is particularly known for their performances of Renaissance polyphony, and has been praised for their "clarity, precision, and beauty of tone". The Schola has also performed contemporary works, including pieces by John Tavener and James MacMillan. The Schola's success is due in large part to the dedication and talent of its members. The boys who sing in the Schola are committed to their musical education, and work hard to achieve the high standards set by their director. The Schola's success is also due to the vision and leadership of Charles Cole, who founded the ensemble and has worked tirelessly to ensure its success. In conclusion, the London Oratory School Schola is a classical music ensemble that has gained a reputation for excellence in choral music. The ensemble is made up of boys aged between 8 and 18, who are students at the London Oratory School. The Schola has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, and has collaborated with some of the world's leading conductors and orchestras. The Schola's repertoire is wide-ranging, and includes works by composers from the Renaissance to the present day. The Schola's success is due to the dedication and talent of its members, and the vision and leadership of its founder, Charles Cole.

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