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Yale Schola Cantorum is a renowned classical music ensemble that has gained international recognition for its exceptional performances of choral music. The group was founded in 2003 by Simon Carrington, a former member of the King's Singers and a professor at the Yale School of Music. Since its inception, the ensemble has grown to become one of the most respected choral groups in the world, known for its impeccable musicianship and innovative programming. The birth of Yale Schola Cantorum can be traced back to Carrington's desire to create a choral ensemble that would bring together talented singers from both the Yale School of Music and the wider community. He envisioned a group that would be dedicated to the performance of choral music from a wide range of historical periods and cultural traditions, and that would strive for excellence in every aspect of its work. Under Carrington's leadership, Yale Schola Cantorum quickly established itself as a force to be reckoned with in the world of choral music. The group's first major performance came in 2004, when it was invited to perform at the American Choral Directors Association's national conference in Los Angeles. This performance was widely praised for its technical precision, expressive power, and innovative programming, and it helped to establish Yale Schola Cantorum as a major player in the choral world. Over the years, Yale Schola Cantorum has continued to build on this early success, performing at major venues and festivals around the world and collaborating with some of the most respected musicians and conductors in the field. The group has also won numerous awards and accolades for its work, including the prestigious Gramophone Award for Best Choral Recording in 2011. One of the hallmarks of Yale Schola Cantorum's work is its commitment to exploring the full range of choral music, from the earliest medieval chants to contemporary works by living composers. The group's repertoire is incredibly diverse, encompassing everything from Renaissance polyphony to African-American spirituals to contemporary works by composers like Arvo Pärt and John Tavener. This commitment to diversity and innovation has been reflected in some of Yale Schola Cantorum's most memorable performances. In 2010, for example, the group performed a program of music by the 16th-century composer Thomas Tallis, which included a newly-discovered work that had not been performed in over 400 years. The performance was hailed as a major event in the world of early music, and it helped to cement Yale Schola Cantorum's reputation as a group that is willing to take risks and push the boundaries of what is possible in choral music. Another highlight of Yale Schola Cantorum's career came in 2013, when the group was invited to perform at the Vatican for Pope Francis. The performance, which included works by Palestrina, Victoria, and other Renaissance composers, was a testament to the group's ability to perform at the highest levels of musical excellence and to connect with audiences from all walks of life. Throughout its history, Yale Schola Cantorum has remained committed to its mission of bringing together talented singers from diverse backgrounds and creating performances that are both technically flawless and emotionally powerful.

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