# Basler Münster. Kantorei
**Wikidata**: [Q15792474](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q15792474)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/basler-munster-kantorei

## Summary
Basler Münster. Kantorei is a choir classified as an ensemble of singers that performs choral music. It is formally recognized as an instance of a musical group and vocal ensemble. The entity is indexed in major international library authority systems, including the Library of Congress and the German National Library.

## Key Facts
*   **Classification:** Instance of a **choir** (ensemble of singers) and a subclass of vocal ensemble and organization.
*   **Field of Work:** Choral music (Dewey Decimal Classification 782.5).
*   **Library of Congress Authority ID:** n95040960 (referenced 2019-03-06).
*   **German National Library (GND) ID:** 10288386-5 (also listed as Kalliope Verbund ID).
*   **VIAF ID:** 141506838.
*   **Google Knowledge Graph ID:** /g/1hh_qsxrp.
*   **Wikipedia Presence:** Has 1 sitelink in the German language (de).
*   **Aliases:** The class "choir" is also known as chorale, chorus, or orfeón.

## FAQs
### Q: What type of organization is Basler Münster. Kantorei?
A: It is an instance of a choir, defined as an ensemble of singers. It is subclassified as a vocal ensemble and an organization within the musical arts.

### Q: How is the entity identified in library systems?
A: It holds distinct identifiers in the Library of Congress (n95040960), the German National Library (10288386-5), and the Virtual International Authority File (141506838).

### Q: What is the musical genre of Basler Münster. Kantorei?
A: As a choir, its genre is choral music. This field of work is categorized under the Dewey Decimal Classification system as 782.5.

### Q: Does "Kantorei" imply a difference from a standard choir?
A: In general classification, the terms "choir," "chorale," "chorus," and "orfeón" are used as aliases for the same concept of an ensemble of singers, though "choir" is frequently used in religious contexts.

## Why It Matters
As a specific instance of a choir, Basler Münster. Kantorei represents a vital component of the choral music ecosystem. Choirs serve as cornerstones of cultural and spiritual life, functioning as one of humanity's oldest forms of organized vocal music. By existing as a vocal ensemble, the organization contributes to the preservation of musical traditions and the performance of a wide repertoire ranging from classical works to contemporary compositions. Its presence in the German Wikipedia and multiple international authority files underscores its recognized role in the cultural landscape.

## Notable For
*   **Vocal Ensemble Classification:** Identified explicitly as an instance of a choir, a type of musical group with origins in Ancient Greece.
*   **International Authority Control:** Distinguished by having persistent identifiers in the Library of Congress, VIAF, and GND systems.
*   **German Language Presence:** Specifically documented in the German-language edition of Wikipedia.

## Body
### Classification and Definition
Basler Münster. Kantorei is structured as a **choir**, which is defined as an ensemble of singers who perform choral music together. In the hierarchy of musical organization, it is classified as a specific instance of a musical group. Broader classifications place it as a subclass of both **vocal ensemble** and **organization**.

The entity operates within the genre of **choral music**, which carries the Dewey Decimal Classification number **782.5**. The concept of the choir itself, which describes this entity's nature, is noted to have a country of origin in Ancient Greece.

### Identity and Authority Control
The entity is formally established in bibliographic databases through a unique set of identifiers:
*   **Library of Congress:** The authority ID is **n95040960**, with data last referenced on March 6, 2019.
*   **German National Library (GND):** The entity is assigned the ID **10288386-5**. This ID is also cross-referenced as its Kalliope Verbund ID.
*   **Virtual International Authority File (VIAF):** The identifier **141506838** links this entity to the international authority file.
*   **Google Knowledge Graph:** The entity is tracked under the ID **/g/1hh_qsxrp**.

### Digital Presence
Basler Münster. Kantorei has a digital footprint primarily in the German language sphere. It maintains a **sitelink count of 1**, specifically linked to **Wikipedia languages: de** (German). While the general concept of "choir" has a sitelink count of 83 and a dedicated subreddit (r/choir), the specific data for Basler Münster. Kantorei indicates a more localized or specific digital profile within German resources.

### Context of the Class "Choir"
As an instance of a choir, Basler Münster. Kantorei shares the characteristics of its class. A choir is typically led by a choir director and performs a wide repertoire of vocal music, which can range from small chamber groups to large symphonic choruses. The terminology associated with its class includes aliases such as **chorale**, **chorus**, and **orfeón**. The category is also associated with specific organizational structures, often including section leaders, accompanists, and administrative support.

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File