# Freiburg Cathedral Boys' Choir

> choir

**Wikidata**: [Q1453864](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1453864)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freiburg_Cathedral_Boys'_Choir)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/freiburg-cathedral-boys-choir

## Summary
The Freiburg Cathedral Boys' Choir (Freiburger Domsingknaben) is a choir established in 1970. It is recognized as an instance of a choir, an ensemble of singers that performs choral music.

## Key Facts
- Instance of: Choir
- Inception: 1970
- German Name: Freiburger Domsingknaben
- Wikipedia Languages: German, English
- ISNI: 0000000085769222
- GND ID: 5154507-X
- VIAF ID: 123991851
- Library of Congress Authority ID: n87829205
- MusicBrainz Artist ID: c1d61658-de20-4964-896e-bdc25348f885
- National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007322451605171
- NL CR AUT ID: pna2007418252
- Freebase ID: /m/0d5ts3
- Yale LUX ID: group/7a9adda9-96fe-402b-93c9-32ab1f1fcf45
- Sitelink Count: 2

## FAQs
**Q: When was the Freiburg Cathedral Boys' Choir founded?**
A: The Freiburg Cathedral Boys' Choir was founded in 1970.

**Q: What is the German name for the Freiburg Cathedral Boys' Choir?**
A: The German name for the choir is Freiburger Domsingknaben.

**Q: In which languages is information about the choir available on Wikipedia?**
A: Information about the choir is available in German and English on Wikipedia.

## Why It Matters
The Freiburg Cathedral Boys' Choir is a significant cultural institution with a presence documented across multiple major library and authority systems worldwide. As a boys' choir associated with a cathedral, it plays a role in the tradition of choral music and religious cultural heritage. Its cataloging in numerous international authority files, including the Library of Congress, the German National Library, and the National Library of Israel, indicates its recognized status within the global music and library communities.

## Notable For
- Being established in 1970.
- Holding multiple international identifiers, including an ISNI and VIAF ID.
- Having an entry in the Library of Congress Authority File.

## Body
### Identity and Classification
The Freiburg Cathedral Boys' Choir is classified as an instance of a choir, a type of musical group defined as an ensemble of singers performing choral music. The entity's Wikidata description is "choir." Its primary name in German is "Freiburger Domsingknaben."

### Historical Data
The choir was established in 1970. This date is recorded as its inception.

### Identifiers and Authority Control
The choir is indexed in numerous national and international databases and authority control systems:
- **ISNI (International Standard Name Identifier):** 0000000085769222
- **GND ID (German National Library):** 5154507-X
- **VIAF ID (Virtual International Authority File):** 123991851
- **Library of Congress Authority ID:** n87829205
- **National Library of Israel J9U ID:** 987007322451605171
- **NL CR AUT ID (National Library of the Czech Republic):** pna2007418252 (with the qualifier name "Freiburger Domsingknaben")
- **MusicBrainz Artist ID:** c1d61658-de20-4964-896e-bdc25348f885
- **Freebase ID:** /m/0d5ts3
- **Yale LUX ID:** group/7a9adda9-96fe-402b-93c9-32ab1f1fcf45

### Online Presence
The choir has a digital footprint with a sitelink count of 2. Its Wikipedia presence spans two languages, with articles in German (de) and English (en) under the title "Freiburg Cathedral Boys' Choir."

### General Context of Choir Classification
The parent concept of "choir" provides context for the choir's classification. A choir is a subclass of both vocal ensemble and organization. The concept originated in Ancient Greece. Choirs perform a wide range of vocal music including classical choral works, religious music, folk songs, and contemporary compositions. They operate in diverse settings such as religious services, concert halls, and educational institutions.

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. MusicBrainz
3. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File