Period

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Romantic

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Opera

 

The Lyon National Opera Chorus is a renowned classical music ensemble based in Lyon, France. Founded in 1969, the chorus has established itself as one of the most prominent and respected choral groups in Europe, with a rich history of performances and awards. The Lyon National Opera Chorus was founded by Louis Erlo, who served as the chorus' first conductor. Erlo was a prominent figure in the French classical music scene, having previously served as the conductor of the Strasbourg Philharmonic Orchestra and the Bordeaux Opera. Under Erlo's leadership, the Lyon National Opera Chorus quickly gained a reputation for excellence, and began performing regularly at the Lyon Opera House. Over the years, the Lyon National Opera Chorus has been led by a number of distinguished conductors, including John Eliot Gardiner, Kent Nagano, and Kazushi Ono. Each of these conductors has brought their own unique style and vision to the chorus, helping to shape its sound and repertoire. The Lyon National Opera Chorus is made up of approximately 100 singers, who are selected through a rigorous audition process. The chorus is known for its exceptional vocal quality and versatility, and is capable of performing a wide range of choral works, from early music to contemporary compositions. One of the Lyon National Opera Chorus' most notable performances came in 1983, when the chorus performed in the world premiere of Olivier Messiaen's opera "Saint François d'Assise" at the Paris Opera. The performance was a critical and commercial success, and helped to establish the chorus as one of the premier choral ensembles in Europe. In addition to its performances at the Lyon Opera House, the Lyon National Opera Chorus has also performed at a number of prestigious venues around the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Salzburg Festival, and the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. The Lyon National Opera Chorus has received numerous awards and accolades over the years, including the Grand Prix du Disque and the Diapason d'Or. The chorus has also been recognized for its commitment to contemporary music, and has premiered works by a number of prominent composers, including Luciano Berio and Kaija Saariaho. Today, the Lyon National Opera Chorus continues to be a leading force in the world of classical music, and remains committed to performing and promoting the rich tradition of choral music. With its exceptional vocal quality, versatility, and commitment to artistic excellence, the Lyon National Opera Chorus is sure to remain a fixture in the classical music world for years to come.

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