How should I record a 30 piece choir?

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Does anyone have any experience in recording a choir?

I'm gonna record a 30 piece choir with a band of drums (I guess/hope the drummer will be using brushes), an upright bass, an acoustic guitar, accordion and a piano.

I've rented some gear for this. Eight Octava condesators (they were cheaper than AKG 414's), a mixing desk and a stereo compressor. I'll use my DAT player to record it.

What are your opinions on how I should place the mics?

Thanks in advance!