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The Orchestre de Paris Chorus is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with its exceptional performances for over four decades. The chorus was founded in 1976 as part of the Orchestre de Paris, a symphony orchestra that was established in 1967. The Orchestre de Paris Chorus quickly established itself as a vital component of the orchestra, and its performances have been praised for their precision, clarity, and emotional depth. The Orchestre de Paris Chorus was founded by conductor Daniel Barenboim, who recognized the need for a high-quality chorus to accompany the orchestra in its performances. Barenboim was impressed by the talent and dedication of the singers he auditioned, and he quickly assembled a group of 120 singers to form the chorus. The Orchestre de Paris Chorus made its debut in 1976, performing Beethoven's Ninth Symphony under the baton of Barenboim. Since its founding, the Orchestre de Paris Chorus has performed with some of the world's most renowned conductors and soloists. The chorus has collaborated with conductors such as Pierre Boulez, Seiji Ozawa, and Christoph von Dohnányi, and has performed with soloists such as Plácido Domingo, Jessye Norman, and Anne-Sophie Mutter. The chorus has also performed at some of the world's most prestigious venues, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Salle Pleyel in Paris, and the Carnegie Hall in New York. One of the highlights of the Orchestre de Paris Chorus's career was its performance of Verdi's Requiem in 1985, under the baton of conductor Carlo Maria Giulini. The performance was widely praised for its emotional intensity and musical precision, and it cemented the chorus's reputation as one of the world's leading classical music ensembles. The Orchestre de Paris Chorus has also performed other major works, such as Beethoven's Missa Solemnis, Brahms's Ein deutsches Requiem, and Mahler's Symphony No. 8. In addition to its performances with the Orchestre de Paris, the Orchestre de Paris Chorus has also collaborated with other orchestras and ensembles. The chorus has performed with the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Vienna Philharmonic, among others. The chorus has also recorded extensively, with recordings of works such as Verdi's Requiem, Brahms's Ein deutsches Requiem, and Beethoven's Ninth Symphony. The Orchestre de Paris Chorus has received numerous awards and accolades for its performances. In 1989, the chorus was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for its recording of Verdi's Requiem, and in 1990, it received the Victoire de la Musique award for its recording of Brahms's Ein deutsches Requiem. The chorus has also been praised for its performances of contemporary music, and it has premiered works by composers such as Pierre Boulez, Luciano Berio, and György Ligeti. Despite its many achievements, the Orchestre de Paris Chorus has faced some challenges over the years. In 2004, the chorus was disbanded as part of a restructuring of the Orchestre de Paris, but it was re-established in 2009 under the direction of conductor Lionel Sow. Since then, the chorus has continued to perform at the highest level, and it has maintained its reputation as one of the world's leading classical music ensembles. In conclusion, the Orchestre de Paris Chorus is a remarkable classical music ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the world of music.

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