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KammerChor Saarbrücken is a renowned classical music choir based in Saarbrücken, Germany. The choir was founded in 1957 by Helmut Klotz, a music teacher and conductor, with the aim of promoting choral music in the Saarland region. Over the years, the choir has grown in size and reputation, becoming one of the most respected choral ensembles in Germany and beyond. The early years of KammerChor Saarbrücken were marked by a strong commitment to the performance of traditional choral music, particularly works by German composers such as Bach, Handel, and Mozart. Under Klotz's leadership, the choir quickly gained a reputation for its precision and musicality, and began to attract talented singers from across the region. In the 1970s and 1980s, KammerChor Saarbrücken expanded its repertoire to include more contemporary works, as well as music from other cultures and traditions. This period saw the choir collaborate with a number of prominent composers and conductors, including Karlheinz Stockhausen, Hans Werner Henze, and Claudio Abbado. One of the highlights of KammerChor Saarbrücken's early years was its performance at the 1964 World's Fair in New York City. The choir was invited to represent Germany at the fair, and performed a series of concerts that were widely praised for their technical excellence and emotional depth. In the decades that followed, KammerChor Saarbrücken continued to build its reputation through a series of high-profile performances and collaborations. In 1992, the choir was invited to perform at the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in Barcelona, Spain, where it sang a moving rendition of the Catalan hymn "Els Segadors." Other notable performances by KammerChor Saarbrücken include a 1998 concert at the Berlin Philharmonic, where the choir performed works by Bach and Mendelssohn under the baton of conductor Simon Rattle. The choir has also collaborated with a number of other prominent conductors, including Herbert von Karajan, Daniel Barenboim, and Zubin Mehta. In addition to its live performances, KammerChor Saarbrücken has also released a number of acclaimed recordings over the years. These include albums of traditional choral music, as well as more experimental works by contemporary composers. Throughout its history, KammerChor Saarbrücken has received numerous awards and accolades for its contributions to the world of choral music. In 1987, the choir was awarded the prestigious Robert Schumann Prize for its outstanding achievements in the field of music. Other honors include the Saarland Culture Prize, the German Record Critics' Award, and the Echo Klassik Award. Today, KammerChor Saarbrücken continues to be a leading force in the world of choral music, with a repertoire that spans centuries and cultures. The choir remains committed to its founding mission of promoting choral music in the Saarland region and beyond, and continues to inspire audiences around the world with its powerful and moving performances.

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