Magnificat for Soprano Solo by Jeremy de Satgé (Catalogue L012)
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Magnificat for Soprano Solo is also included on our CD, Regina Caeli, and may be listened to in MP3 format by clicking on the links below. [NB Depending on the speed of your Internet connection, downloading the mp3 file may take up to 1 minute - your patience will be rewarded!]

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