Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV has already raised his voice in song several times since his election. For the Rector of the Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music, Robert Mehlhart, this is extraordinary. « We are all thrilled that Pope Leo is such a great singer, » the 43-year-old told the Catholic News Agency (KNA) in Rome.
« He is really confident, hits the notes and has a beautiful timbre, » said Mehlhart.
The 154 students from more than 40 nations were also delighted with the Pope’s singing skills
It was noticeable that Robert Prevost, who was elected Pope, was familiar with the tradition of regular singing from his time in the Augustinian Order. « He is clearly a practiced singer, » said Mehlhart.
