# Papa's Mass Choir in Cordoba

> Santiago Ruiz leads 135 musicians for Pope's mass in Cordoba.
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- Summary: Santiago Ruiz leads 135 musicians for Pope's mass in Cordoba. Santiago Ruiz directs a choir of 135 musicians including children and professionals for Pope…
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## Santiago Ruiz's musical journey
Santiago Ruiz has directed choirs since childhood and now leads the choir for Pope Leo XIV's mass in Cordoba.
## Choir composition
The choir includes 60 children from Cordoba's Children's Choir and 45 members from the Merced Choir.
## Orchestral support
The municipal string orchestra and wind band provide 34 musicians for the mass.
## Total participants
Over 130 musicians prepare a liturgical repertoire for the Pope's mass in Cordoba.
## Repertoire goals
The songs aim to let the crowd join in singing for Pope Leo XIV's mass.
## Key songs
The choir will sing 'Salve Regina' and 'Pescador de hombres' during the mass.
## Special tribute
The choir will sing 'Un nuevo sol' to honor Pope John Paul II's 1987 visit.
## Rehearsals
The choir rehearsed for months with the Merced Choir practicing twice weekly for two hours.
## Uniforms
Each choir group wears their usual uniforms for the mass.
## Papal approval
The songs were approved by the Vatican and the Cordoba archbishop.
## Santiago's gratitude
Santiago Ruiz thanked the community for their dedication to the mass.
## Event location
The mass will take place at FADEA in Cordoba, Argentina.
## Expected attendance
The event expects hundreds of thousands of people to attend the mass.
## Santiago's closing words
Santiago Ruiz expressed confidence that the event will be successful despite challenges.
## Key takeaway

Santiago Ruiz directs a choir of 135 musicians including children and professionals for Pope Leo XIV's mass in Cordoba.