Ensemble Vocal De Paris is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with its exceptional performances for over four decades. The ensemble was founded in 1979 by Philippe Caillard, a French conductor and musicologist, with the aim of promoting and preserving the rich heritage of choral music. The ensemble comprises of a group of highly skilled and talented singers who are passionate about choral music. Over the years, the ensemble has had several members, but some of its main members include sopranos Anne Magouët and Isabelle Desrochers, altos Marie-Claire Cottin and Catherine Simonpietri, tenors Jean-François Novelli and Jean-Christophe Jacques, and basses Jean-Louis Serre and Jean-Luc Ballestra. Ensemble Vocal De Paris has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls and festivals around the world, including the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, the Salle Pleyel, the Festival de Saint-Denis, and the Festival de La Chaise-Dieu. The ensemble has also collaborated with several renowned conductors and orchestras, including John Eliot Gardiner, William Christie, and Les Arts Florissants. One of the highlights of Ensemble Vocal De Paris's career was its performance of Bach's St. Matthew Passion at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in 1985. The performance was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, and it cemented the ensemble's reputation as one of the finest choral ensembles in the world. Ensemble Vocal De Paris has also received several awards and accolades for its outstanding performances. In 1990, the ensemble was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for its recording of Monteverdi's Vespers. The ensemble has also been awarded the Diapason d'Or and the Choc de l'année for its recordings of Bach's Mass in B Minor and Handel's Messiah. In addition to its performances and recordings, Ensemble Vocal De Paris is also committed to promoting choral music through education and outreach programs. The ensemble regularly conducts workshops and masterclasses for young singers, and it has also collaborated with several schools and community organizations to bring choral music to a wider audience. Ensemble Vocal De Paris's dedication to choral music and its exceptional performances have made it one of the most respected and admired classical music ensembles in the world. Its legacy will continue to inspire and enrich the world of choral music for generations to come.

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