NDR Chor

German Radio Choir

The NDR Chor, also known as the Chor des Norddeutschen Rundfunks (North German Radio Choir), is a professional choir based in Hamburg, Germany. It was founded in 1946 and is part of the Norddeutscher Rundfunk (NDR), one of Germany's public broadcasting organizations. The choir is renowned for its wide-ranging repertoire, which includes both a cappella works and large-scale orchestral-choral pieces. Over the years, the NDR Chor has collaborated with many distinguished conductors and orchestras to perform and record a diverse array of music, from early music to contemporary works. They have made significant contributions to the world of classical music through their performances and recordings, often receiving critical acclaim for their precision, clarity, and expressive interpretations.