# Münchner Motettenchor
**Wikidata**: [Q1958979](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1958979)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/munchner-motettenchor

## Summary
Münchner Motettenchor is a German choir based in Munich, specializing in motet performances. It is classified as an ensemble of singers and has a presence in multiple international music databases and library catalogs.

## Key Facts
- Located in Munich, Germany
- Instance of: choir (classified under Q48183)
- ISNI: 0000000089400131
- GND ID: 815183-0
- VIAF ID: 130303430
- MusicBrainz Artist ID: 814aa98e-c082-45b7-9465-f186ab277092
- Discogs Artist ID: 1898666
- Library of Congress Authority ID: n81002119
- National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007454124005171
- Bibliothèque nationale de France ID: 139051389
- Yale LUX ID: group/7807a5da-f602-4f2c-8132-ac588b51633c
- Muziekweb Performer ID: M00000254883
- Wikipedia languages: de (German)
- Freebase ID: /m/0nhrkfl
- NL CR AUT ID: pna2008435389 (with qualifier: Münchner Motettenchor)

## FAQs
### Q: What type of musical group is Münchner Motettenchor?
A: Münchner Motettenchor is a choir based in Munich, Germany, specializing in motet performances as an ensemble of singers.

### Q: Where is Münchner Motettenchor located?
A: Münchner Motettenchor is located in Munich, Germany.

### Q: How is Münchner Motettenchor identified in international music databases?
A: Münchner Motettenchor has multiple international identifiers including ISNI, VIAF, MusicBrainz, Discogs, and Library of Congress authority numbers.

## Why It Matters
Münchner Motettenchor represents an important cultural institution in Munich's musical landscape, preserving and performing motet repertoire that spans centuries of sacred and secular choral music. As a specialized choir, it contributes to the continuation of motet traditions and provides professional-level performances that might otherwise be unavailable to audiences. The choir's presence across numerous international music databases and library catalogs demonstrates its recognized status in the global music community and ensures its work is documented and accessible for research, performance studies, and cultural preservation. Its classification and cataloging across multiple authoritative systems also facilitates scholarly research and cross-referencing of musical works.

## Notable For
- Specialized focus on motet repertoire, a significant form of choral music
- International recognition through presence in major music databases (MusicBrainz, Discogs, VIAF)
- Documentation in national library systems across multiple countries
- Professional classification as a choir ensemble with standardized identifiers
- Contribution to Munich's cultural music scene as a specialized vocal ensemble

## Body
### Classification and Identity
Münchner Motettenchor is formally classified as a choir (instance of: choir) and is specifically identified as an ensemble of singers. This classification is supported by references to Q48183 in Wikidata, establishing its recognized status within standardized knowledge systems.

### Geographic and Cultural Context
The choir is based in Munich, Germany, positioning it within Bavaria's rich musical tradition. Munich has historically been a center for choral music, and Münchner Motettenchor contributes to this legacy through its specialized focus on motet performances.

### International Database Presence
The choir maintains a significant presence across international music and library databases:
- MusicBrainz provides a unique artist identifier (814aa98e-c082-45b7-9465-f186ab277092)
- Discogs catalogs the group as artist ID 1898666
- VIAF (Virtual International Authority File) assigns ID 130303430
- Library of Congress maintains authority control with ID n81002119
- National Library of Israel documents the group with J9U ID 987007454124005171
- Bibliothèque nationale de France includes the choir with ID 139051389

### Standardized Identifiers
Beyond music-specific databases, Münchner Motettenchor holds several standardized identifiers:
- ISNI (International Standard Name Identifier): 0000000089400131
- GND (Gemeinsame Normdatei): 815183-0
- Freebase ID: /m/0nhrkfl
- Yale LUX ID: group/7807a5da-f602-4f2c-8132-ac588b51633c
- Muziekweb Performer ID: M00000254883

### Documentation and Authority Control
The choir's presence in multiple national and international authority systems demonstrates its recognized status in the global music community. The NL CR AUT ID (pna2008435389) with specific qualifiers and references indicates formal documentation in Dutch library systems, while the German Wikipedia presence (de) confirms its cultural significance within German-speaking regions.

## References

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