Pope's recording of Marian prayers and hymns due out for Christmas
July 31, 2009
The Geffen/Universal recording studio, which last month struck an agreement to produce a recording of Marian hymns and prayers by Pope Benedict XVI, has now announced that the recording will be released November 30, in time for Christmas shoppers. Entitled Alma Mater, the album will feature the Pope's voice, accompanied by the choir of the Philharmonic Academy of Rome and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra of London.
The papal recording is a new wrinkle for Geffen/Universal, which has produced recordings for U2, Nirvana, Eminem, and Guns N' Roses. Proceeds from the sale of the recording will go to charity.
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Further information:
- Pope to Cut Album for Charity (AP)
- Pope's voice to be heard on album (BBC)
- Pope signs deal for Christmas-music recording (CWN, June 22)
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