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Vienna State Opera Chorus Konzertvereinigung
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The Vienna State Opera Chorus Konzertvereinigung is a world-renowned classical music artist that has been captivating audiences for over a century. The choir was founded in 1927 and has since become one of the most prestigious and respected choirs in the world. The choir was established as a subsidiary of the Vienna State Opera, which is one of the most famous opera houses in the world. The choir was created to provide the opera house with a high-quality chorus that could perform alongside the world-class opera singers that were already performing there. The choir quickly gained a reputation for excellence and began to perform in concerts and festivals around the world. The choir's first major performance was in 1935, when they performed at the Salzburg Festival. This performance was a huge success and helped to establish the choir as one of the premier choral ensembles in the world. Over the years, the Vienna State Opera Chorus Konzertvereinigung has performed with some of the most famous conductors and orchestras in the world. They have collaborated with conductors such as Herbert von Karajan, Leonard Bernstein, and Claudio Abbado, and have performed with orchestras such as the Vienna Philharmonic and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of the highlights of the choir's career was their performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony with Leonard Bernstein and the Vienna Philharmonic in 1979. This performance was recorded and released on DVD, and is still considered to be one of the greatest performances of the Ninth Symphony ever recorded. The choir has also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 1966, they were awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for their recording of Mozart's Requiem. They have also been awarded the Austrian Cross of Honour for Science and Art, and the Austrian Decoration for Science and Art. In addition to their performances with the Vienna State Opera, the choir also performs independently and has released several recordings. Their recordings include works by Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and many other classical composers. Today, the Vienna State Opera Chorus Konzertvereinigung continues to be one of the most respected and sought-after choral ensembles in the world. They continue to perform regularly at the Vienna State Opera, as well as in concerts and festivals around the world. In conclusion, the Vienna State Opera Chorus Konzertvereinigung is a true gem in the world of classical music. Their dedication to excellence and their commitment to preserving the rich tradition of choral music has made them one of the most respected and beloved choral ensembles in the world. Their performances continue to inspire and captivate audiences around the world, and their legacy will undoubtedly continue for many years to come.
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