Daily Archives: September 20, 2011

An unusual interpretation of Gounod’s “Ave Maria”

Posted on September 20, 2011 by teresa

We are used to listening to sopranos singing Gounod’s Ave Maria, but how about a basso version? I just came across this one sung by the legendary German basso profundo Ivan Rebroff (stage name), who was originally born in Berlin, … Continue reading →

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Pope’s Message for German TV: “We Must Again Develop the Capacity to Perceive God”

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

VATICAN CITY, SEPT. 18, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Here is a translation of a message recorded by Benedict XVI for German public television regarding his visit this Thursday through Sunday to Germany. Ladies and Gentlemen, dear fellow countrymen! In a few days … Continue reading →

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