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Aachener Bachverein

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Active from
  
1913

Albums
  
Die Toteninsel op.128/3, Ein deutsches Requiem op. 45, Johannes-Passion, Cross Section

Similar
  
Cappella Aquensis, Der Junge Chor Aachen, Kammerchor Carmina Mundi

Aachener Bachverein (often abbreviated as ABV) is a German oratorio choir of the Evangelical Church in the Rhineland in the city of Aachen that was founded in 1913 by Heinrich Boell. Although the chorus sings a varied repertoire that encompasses music from all historical periods to new compositions, the ensemble is particularly known for their historically informed performances of baroque and classical period music that are often made in conjunction with internationally renowned instrumental ensembles and orchestras. The choir frequently tours, has had several of their performances broadcast on German radio, and has recorded a number of cantatas by J.S. Bach.

List of directors

  • Heinrich Boell (1913-1924)
  • Rudolf Mauersberger (1924–1925)
  • Erhard Mauersberger (1925–1928)
  • Hans Hulverscheidt (1956-1974)
  • Johannes Geffert, (1974-1979)
  • Heribert Breuer, (1979-1983)
  • Wolfgang Karius, (1983-2008)
  • Georg Hage, (2008-present)
  • References

    Aachener Bachverein Wikipedia