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The Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival Chorus is a renowned classical music ensemble that has captivated audiences around the world with their exceptional performances. The choir was founded in 1986 as part of the Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival, which is one of the largest classical music festivals in Europe. The festival takes place every summer in the northern German state of Schleswig-Holstein and attracts thousands of music lovers from all over the world. The Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival Chorus was created to provide a platform for talented young singers to showcase their skills and to promote classical music in the region. The choir is made up of around 80 singers, all of whom are between the ages of 18 and 30. The members of the choir are selected through a rigorous audition process, and only the most talented and dedicated singers are chosen to join the ensemble. Over the years, the Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival Chorus has become known for their exceptional performances of choral music from a wide range of composers. The choir has performed works by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and many other great composers. They have also premiered new works by contemporary composers, showcasing their commitment to promoting new music. One of the highlights of the Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival Chorus's career was their performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony in 1999. The choir was joined by the Hamburg Philharmonic Orchestra and a number of other soloists for the performance, which took place in the historic St. Michaelis Church in Hamburg. The concert was a huge success, and the choir received rave reviews for their performance. In addition to their performances at the Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival, the choir has also performed at a number of other prestigious venues around the world. They have performed at the Berlin Philharmonic, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and Carnegie Hall in New York City, among others. Their performances have been praised for their precision, clarity, and emotional depth. The Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival Chorus has also received a number of awards and accolades over the years. In 1998, they were awarded the Echo Klassik award for their recording of Brahms' Ein deutsches Requiem. The choir has also been nominated for several Grammy Awards for their recordings of choral music. Despite their many achievements, the Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival Chorus remains committed to their mission of promoting classical music and providing a platform for young singers to showcase their talents. They continue to perform at the Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival every year, and they also tour regularly, bringing their exceptional performances to audiences around the world. In conclusion, the Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival Chorus is a truly exceptional classical music ensemble that has made a significant contribution to the world of choral music. Their commitment to promoting new music and providing a platform for young singers has helped to ensure the continued vitality of classical music in the 21st century. With their exceptional performances and dedication to their craft, the Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival Chorus is sure to continue to captivate audiences for many years to come.

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