SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart

German Chamber Choir

The SWR Vokalensemble Stuttgart, also known as the Stuttgart Radio Choir, is a professional chamber choir based in Stuttgart, Germany. It was founded in 1946 and is known for its performances of contemporary and classical choral music. The ensemble is part of the Südwestrundfunk (SWR), a public broadcasting network in the southwest of Germany. Over the years, the SWR Vokalensemble has gained a reputation for its precise and expressive singing, often collaborating with renowned conductors and composers to bring both well-known and lesser-known works to audiences. The choir's repertoire spans from early music to avant-garde compositions, and it has been recognized with numerous awards for its recordings and performances. The ensemble's commitment to contemporary music is particularly noteworthy, as it frequently commissions new works and presents premieres, contributing to the evolution of choral literature.