Role

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Ensemble

Period

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Romantic

Genre

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Opera

 

The Vienna State Opera Chamber Choir is a renowned classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with its exceptional performances for over 70 years. Founded in 1948, the choir has become one of the most respected and sought-after vocal ensembles in the world. The choir was established by conductor Felix Prohaska, who was also the founder of the Vienna Chamber Orchestra. Prohaska had a vision of creating a choir that would perform a wide range of choral music, from the Renaissance to contemporary works. He handpicked the members of the choir, selecting only the most talented and experienced singers from the Vienna State Opera. The Vienna State Opera Chamber Choir is made up of 24 professional singers, all of whom are members of the Vienna State Opera. The choir is known for its exceptional vocal blend and precision, as well as its ability to perform a wide range of choral music with ease. Over the years, the choir has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls and opera houses in the world, including the Vienna State Opera, the Salzburg Festival, and the Carnegie Hall in New York. The choir has also collaborated with some of the most renowned conductors and orchestras, including Herbert von Karajan, Leonard Bernstein, and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. One of the highlights of the choir's career was its performance of Mozart's Requiem at the Salzburg Festival in 1956. The performance was conducted by Herbert von Karajan and featured soloists such as Elisabeth Schwarzkopf and Irmgard Seefried. The performance was widely acclaimed and helped to establish the choir's reputation as one of the finest vocal ensembles in the world. In addition to its performances, the Vienna State Opera Chamber Choir has also received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 1962, the choir was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for its recording of Bach's Mass in B Minor. The choir has also been awarded the Austrian Cross of Honour for Science and Art, and the Golden Medal of the City of Vienna. Today, the Vienna State Opera Chamber Choir continues to perform at the highest level, delighting audiences with its exceptional vocal performances and its commitment to preserving the rich tradition of choral music. The choir's dedication to excellence and its passion for music have made it one of the most respected and beloved vocal ensembles in the world.

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