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London Symphony Chorus

British chorus based in London; associated with the [a=London Symphony Orchestra]. Frequently mentioned together with the [a=London Symphony Orchestra] for example & Chorus. The London Symphony Chorus (abbreviated to LSC) is a large symphonic concert choir based in London, UK, consisting of over 150 amateur singers, and is one of the major symphony choruses of the United Kingdom. It was formed in 1966 as the LSO Chorus to complement the work of the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO). The LSC is today an independent self-run organization governed by a council of nine elected representatives. It continues to maintain a close association with the LSO but also takes part in projects with other orchestras and organizations both in the UK and abroad. The LSC performs mainly with the LSO at the Barbican Centre in London as well as appearing at other concert venues around the UK and Europe and regularly at the Avery Fisher Hall, New York. The Chorus's discography consists of over 140 recordings, and many of these recordings feature collaborations with the London Symphony Orchestra. c/o Bishopsgate Institute 230 Bishopsgate, LONDON EC2M 4QH