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Sonu Nigam sings Schubert’s soothing classic — ‘Ave Maria’

Listen to this Latin prayer as you usher in the Christmas spirits

Sonu Nigam singing Ave Maria is the perfect prelude to Christmas. The calmness of the song and Nigam’s melodious voice has created a harmonious experience. Ave Maria, composed by Franz Schubert in 1825, was a setting of songs, based on Scottish novelist Walter Scott’s poem from 1810 — The Lady of the Lake. The selection of seven songs were published as Opus 62 of Schubert. The Latin prayer, also known as Hail Mary, also has popular renditions from contemporary global artists like Beyonce and Celine Deon. 

“...Blending Western orchestral grandeur with Indian classical elements, this rendition is a heartfelt tribute to spirituality, music, and unity…”, wrote Nigam on social media, sharing the music piece. Tune in Nigam’s version of Ave Maria as let tranquility fill your senses. 

— Pooja Mitra