Role

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Ensemble

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Choral

 

 

Opera

 

 

Vocal

 

The WDR Rundfunkchor Köln Männerchor, also known as the WDR Radio Choir Cologne Men's Choir, is a classical music ensemble based in Cologne, Germany. The choir was founded in 1947 as part of the Westdeutscher Rundfunk (WDR), a public broadcasting corporation in Germany. The choir has since become one of the most renowned and respected choral ensembles in Europe, known for its exceptional performances of classical music. The WDR Rundfunkchor Köln Männerchor is made up of approximately 60 male singers, all of whom are professional musicians. The choir is led by its conductor, Robert Blank, who has been with the ensemble since 2014. Blank is a highly respected conductor and has worked with many other prestigious choral ensembles throughout his career. Over the years, the WDR Rundfunkchor Köln Männerchor has performed a wide range of classical music, including works by Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, and Mozart, among others. The choir has also premiered many new works by contemporary composers, including Arvo Pärt, Karlheinz Stockhausen, and Wolfgang Rihm. One of the highlights of the choir's history was its performance at the 1956 World Music Festival in Paris, where it won first prize in the male choir category. This was a significant achievement for the choir, as it was still relatively new at the time and had not yet gained widespread recognition. In addition to its many performances in Germany, the WDR Rundfunkchor Köln Männerchor has also toured extensively throughout Europe and the rest of the world. The choir has performed in many prestigious venues, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, and the Musikverein in Vienna. The choir has also collaborated with many other renowned musicians and ensembles over the years. In 2017, the choir performed with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra in a performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, conducted by Sir Simon Rattle. The performance was highly acclaimed and received a standing ovation from the audience. In addition to its many performances, the WDR Rundfunkchor Köln Männerchor has also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 2019, the choir was awarded the Echo Klassik award for its recording of Brahms' Ein deutsches Requiem. The Echo Klassik is one of the most prestigious awards in the classical music industry, and the choir was honored to receive it. Overall, the WDR Rundfunkchor Köln Männerchor is a highly respected and accomplished choral ensemble that has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. With its exceptional performances, collaborations with other renowned musicians and ensembles, and numerous awards and accolades, the choir has established itself as one of the premier choral ensembles in Europe and the world.

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