Simon Phipps Vocal Ensemble

The Swedish Chamber Choir (earlier known as Simon Phipps Vocal Ensemble) is a Swedish mixed choir based in Gothenburg. The choir was formed in 1997 and has been led by British conductor Simon Phipps since the beginning. In recent years the choir has received a lot of attention winning several international competitions. The choir received the Swedish award Choir of the year 2006. In 2011 the Swedish Chamber Choir won both the EBU Silver Rose Bowl and the European Grand Prix for Choral Singing.