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Polski Chór Kameralny, also known as the Polish Chamber Choir, is a renowned classical music ensemble based in Warsaw, Poland. The choir was founded in 1967 by Jan Łukaszewski, a prominent Polish conductor and composer, with the aim of promoting and performing choral music of the highest quality. The early years of the choir were marked by intense rehearsals and performances, as the members worked tirelessly to perfect their craft. Under Łukaszewski's leadership, the choir quickly gained a reputation for excellence, and began to attract attention from audiences and critics alike. One of the choir's earliest highlights came in 1970, when they won first prize at the International Choral Competition in Arezzo, Italy. This victory helped to establish the choir as one of the leading choral ensembles in Europe, and paved the way for many more successes in the years to come. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, the choir continued to perform extensively throughout Poland and abroad, earning critical acclaim for their performances of works by composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Brahms. They also began to collaborate with other leading musicians and ensembles, including the Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra and the Sinfonia Varsovia. In 1991, Łukaszewski stepped down as conductor of the choir, and was succeeded by Stefan Stuligrosz, a renowned Polish choral conductor and composer. Under Stuligrosz's leadership, the choir continued to thrive, performing at major festivals and venues throughout Europe and beyond. One of the choir's most notable performances during this period came in 1999, when they were invited to perform at the Vatican for Pope John Paul II. The choir's performance of sacred music was widely praised, and helped to cement their reputation as one of the world's leading choral ensembles. In 2001, the choir celebrated its 35th anniversary with a series of concerts and recordings, including a performance of Bach's Mass in B Minor at the National Philharmonic in Warsaw. The concert was a major success, and was later released as a critically acclaimed recording. In 2007, the choir marked its 40th anniversary with a series of concerts and events, including a performance of Mozart's Requiem at the Royal Castle in Warsaw. The concert was attended by dignitaries and music lovers from around the world, and was widely regarded as a fitting tribute to the choir's long and illustrious history. Today, Polski Chór Kameralny continues to perform and record extensively, under the leadership of conductor Jan Łukaszewski, who returned to the choir in 2013. The choir's repertoire includes works from a wide range of composers and styles, from Renaissance polyphony to contemporary choral music. Over the years, the choir has won numerous awards and accolades, including the Grand Prix at the International Choral Competition in Arezzo (1970), the Gold Medal at the International Choral Competition in Tours (1972), and the Grand Prix at the International Choral Competition in Varna (1976). They have also been awarded the prestigious Gloria Artis medal for their contributions to Polish culture. In conclusion, Polski Chór Kameralny is a world-renowned classical music ensemble with a long and illustrious history. From their early days as a fledgling choir in Warsaw, to their current status as one of the leading choral ensembles in Europe, the choir has consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence and a passion for choral music.

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