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The Choir of Trinity Wall Street is a renowned classical music ensemble based in New York City. The choir has a rich history that dates back to the early 18th century, when Trinity Church was founded in Lower Manhattan. Trinity Church was established in 1697 as a parish of the Church of England. The church quickly became a center of religious and cultural life in New York City, and its choir played an important role in the development of classical music in America. The first recorded mention of a choir at Trinity Church dates back to 1737, when the church's vestry authorized the purchase of a new organ. The organ was installed in the church's gallery, and a choir was formed to accompany it. Over the years, the choir at Trinity Church grew in size and reputation. By the mid-19th century, the choir had become one of the most respected musical ensembles in America, performing at major events and attracting top talent from around the world. In the early 20th century, the choir underwent a period of transition. The church's leadership recognized the need to modernize the choir's repertoire and performance style, and began to experiment with new approaches to classical music. One of the most significant changes came in 1919, when the church hired T. Tertius Noble as its new organist and choirmaster. Noble was a British composer and conductor who had previously worked at St. Thomas Church in New York City. Under Noble's leadership, the choir at Trinity Church began to incorporate more contemporary music into its repertoire, including works by American composers such as Charles Ives and Aaron Copland. The choir also began to experiment with new performance styles, such as singing from the chancel rather than the gallery. Noble's tenure at Trinity Church was cut short by his death in 1953, but his legacy lived on in the choir's continued commitment to innovation and excellence in classical music. In the decades that followed, the choir at Trinity Church continued to evolve and grow. In 1972, the church established the Trinity Choir School, a program that provides musical training to young singers from around the world. The choir also began to expand its performance schedule, performing at major venues and events both in the United States and abroad. In 2002, the choir embarked on a tour of Europe, performing in some of the continent's most prestigious concert halls. One of the choir's most notable achievements came in 2012, when it was invited to perform at the inauguration of President Barack Obama. The choir performed a stirring rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at the ceremony, earning widespread praise for its powerful and moving performance. In addition to its many performances, the choir at Trinity Church has also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 2014, the choir was awarded the prestigious Diapason d'Or award for its recording of Handel's "Messiah." The choir has also been recognized for its commitment to community outreach and education. In 2016, the choir launched the "Music for Change" initiative, a program that provides free music lessons and instruments to underserved communities in New York City. Today, the Choir of Trinity Wall Street continues to be one of the most respected and innovative classical music ensembles in the world. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, the choir is sure to continue making beautiful music for generations to come.

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