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The Günter-Kallmann-Chor was a German classical music ensemble that was founded in 1950 by Günter Kallmann. The ensemble was known for its unique sound, which was a blend of classical music and pop music. The ensemble was made up of 20 singers, and they were known for their tight harmonies and precise vocal arrangements. Günter Kallmann was born in Berlin in 1927. He was a talented musician from a young age, and he began his career as a pianist and composer. In 1950, he decided to form a vocal ensemble, and he recruited 20 singers to join him. The ensemble was named the Günter-Kallmann-Chor, and they quickly became popular in Germany. The ensemble's sound was unique, and it was a blend of classical music and pop music. They were known for their tight harmonies and precise vocal arrangements, and they quickly gained a following in Germany. The ensemble's popularity grew, and they began to perform in other countries as well. One of the highlights of the Günter-Kallmann-Chor's career was their performance at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1968. They represented Germany with the song "Dann fängt die Welt von vorne an" (Then the World Starts Over Again), and they finished in seventh place. The song was a hit in Germany, and it helped to solidify the ensemble's popularity. The Günter-Kallmann-Chor also performed with many famous musicians over the years. They collaborated with jazz pianist Dave Brubeck on the album "The Real Ambassadors" in 1962. They also worked with German singer Caterina Valente on several albums, including "Bonsoir, Kathrin" in 1960. In addition to their collaborations with other musicians, the Günter-Kallmann-Chor also released many albums of their own. They recorded a wide range of music, including classical music, pop music, and folk music. Some of their most popular albums include "Sing mit uns" (Sing with Us) and "Weihnachten mit dem Günter-Kallmann-Chor" (Christmas with the Günter-Kallmann-Chor). The Günter-Kallmann-Chor received many awards over the years for their contributions to music. In 1962, they were awarded the Golden Record for their album "Sing mit uns." They also received the Silver Record for their album "Weihnachten mit dem Günter-Kallmann-Chor" in 1965. Despite their success, the Günter-Kallmann-Chor disbanded in 1977. Günter Kallmann continued to work as a composer and arranger after the ensemble disbanded. He passed away in 2016 at the age of 89. The legacy of the Günter-Kallmann-Chor lives on, and their music continues to be enjoyed by fans around the world. Their unique sound and precise vocal arrangements have influenced many other musicians over the years, and they will always be remembered as one of the most innovative and talented vocal ensembles of their time.

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