Choral music is a genre characterized by harmonious, multi-part vocal arrangements, often accompanied by orchestral or instrumental accompaniment. Originating in ancient Greece and Rome, choral music evolved through the Renaissance and Baroque periods, with notable developments in 19th-century England, where it became a staple of Anglican church services. The genre's golden age spanned the 20th century, with renowned choirs like those from King's College, Cambridge, and The Sixteen, showcasing its rich, lush sound. Choral music's cultural significance lies in its ability to evoke a sense of community and spiritual connection, with its soaring melodies and intricate harmonies conveying complex emotions. While often associated with classical music, choral influences can be heard in genres like gospel, folk, and pop, with its distinctive sound setting it apart from other vocal styles through its blend of precision, expressiveness, and emotional depth.

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Claude Debussy•

Edvard Grieg•

Erik Satie•

Felix Mendelssohn•

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Franz Schubert•

Frédéric Chopin•

Gabriel Fauré•

George Frideric Handel•

Hector Berlioz•

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Jean Sibelius•

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Leoš Janáček•

Ludwig van Beethoven•

Manuel de Falla•

Marc-Antoine Charpentier•

Marin Marais•

Maurice Duruflé•

Maurice Ravel•

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky•

Ralph Vaughan Williams•

Richard Strauss•

Robert Schumann•

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Sergei Rachmaninoff•

Edward Elgar•

William Byrd•

William Schuman•

William Walton•

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