The Philharmonia Chorus is a renowned symphonic choir based in London, United Kingdom, which has made significant contributions to the classical music scene since its foundation in 1957 by Walter Legge. Although primarily associated with the Philharonia Orchestra, the chorus has performed with many other leading orchestras and conductors. Over the years, they have been involved in numerous recordings and live perform
... MeerThe Philharmonia Chorus is a renowned symphonic choir based in London, United Kingdom, which has made significant contributions to the classical music scene since its foundation in 1957 by Walter Legge. Although primarily associated with the Philharonia Orchestra, the chorus has performed with many other leading orchestras and conductors. Over the years, they have been involved in numerous recordings and live performances of major choral works across a wide repertoire. The chorus has worked with a host of distinguished conductors, including their founder conductor Herbert von Karajan, Riccardo Muti, Lorin Maazel, and Carlo Maria Giulini. They have participated in performances of operatic works such as Mozart's "Don Giovanni" and sacred pieces like Mozart's "Requiem K. 626," showcasing their versatility and commitment to choral excellence. The Philharmonia Chorus continues to maintain its reputation for high-quality performances both in the UK and internationally.
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