Angelis was a British classical singing group created by

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. It was initially formed in early 2006 and was made up of six children, who were then aged between 11 and 14. The children were discovered during nationwide auditions led by Ron Corp and from recommendations and contacts with some UK choirs, including the

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and New London Children's Choir. Their

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ous debut album was released on 6 November 2006. It sold over 350,000 copies and reached platinum status, reaching number two on the UK album charts and Number one on the Scottish album charts. The group members received a platinum disc on ''

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''. In early 2007, Cowell disbanded the group, partly as a result of complications with a planned overseas tour.

Discography

Studio albums

References

External links

Amazon UK

Last FM

iTunes
* {{Authority control British choirs Choirs of children Musical groups established in 2006 2006 establishments in England