VATICAN CITY, JUL 29, 2001 (VIS) - At 8:00 p.m., in the inner courtyard of the apostolic palace at Castelgandolfo, the "Academia Musicae Pro Mundo Uno" offered a concert for the Pope which was performed by the German Symphonic Orchestra "Philarmonie der Nationen," conducted by Maestro Justus Frantz.
At the end of the concert, John Paul II thanked the president of the Academy, Maestro Frantz, and the young musicians of the orchestra.
"The melodies of Tchaikovsky, performed with consummate skill, speak to us of a 'symphonic' Europe, in which different traditions can meaningfully meet and harmonize. Art also can be a precious channel for motivating knowledge, understanding, and shared cooperation between peoples."
The Holy Father told the performers that, "with concerts and other initiatives, you seek to contribute to the cause of peace and unity among men and nations. I hope that you remain faithful to your ideal, above all when responsibilities become more demanding and your commitment is put to the test. May you always be craftsmen of friendship and fraternity. May you always be 'pro mundo uno'!"
AC/CONCERT/PRO MUNDO UNO20010730 (190)
Monday, July 30, 2001
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