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Egidius College Choir is a renowned classical music artist that has been captivating audiences with their beautiful choral performances for over 500 years. The choir is based in the Netherlands and is made up of students from the Egidius College, a secondary school in the city of Nijmegen. The choir's history dates back to the 15th century when the Egidius College was founded by the Brothers of the Common Life, a religious community that emphasized education and spiritual development. The choir was established as part of the school's curriculum and quickly gained a reputation for excellence. Over the centuries, the Egidius College Choir has undergone many changes, but its commitment to musical excellence has remained constant. The choir has performed in some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, and the Sistine Chapel in Rome. One of the highlights of the choir's history was their performance at the coronation of King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands in 2013. The choir was chosen to perform the national anthem and received widespread praise for their beautiful rendition. The Egidius College Choir has also won numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 2010, they won the prestigious European Grand Prix for Choral Singing, which is considered one of the most prestigious awards in the choral world. The choir has also won several national and international competitions, including the Florilège Vocal de Tours in France and the International Choir Festival in Budapest. The choir's repertoire is diverse and includes works from a wide range of composers, from Renaissance masters like Palestrina and Victoria to contemporary composers like Arvo Pärt and Eric Whitacre. The choir is known for their beautiful harmonies and their ability to convey the emotional depth of the music they perform. One of the unique aspects of the Egidius College Choir is their commitment to social justice and community outreach. The choir regularly performs benefit concerts for local charities and has raised thousands of euros for organizations that support refugees, the homeless, and other vulnerable populations. The choir has also collaborated with other artists and musicians, including the Dutch jazz pianist Michiel Borstlap and the renowned Dutch conductor Jaap van Zweden. These collaborations have allowed the choir to explore new musical genres and expand their repertoire. Despite their long history and many accomplishments, the Egidius College Choir remains committed to their mission of providing a high-quality musical education to their students and sharing the beauty of choral music with audiences around the world. Their dedication to excellence and their commitment to social justice make them a truly unique and inspiring classical music artist.

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