Prayer for New Orleans The Presentation The Prayer for New Orleans is a beautiful and inspirational musical and visual presentation benefiting Hurricanes Katrina and Rita relief and rebuilding. The gorgeous classical music and breathtaking nature photography practically sweep you away into a musical meditation. "As I watched the Prayer for New Orleans, I could feel myself slowing down and all my senses reconnecting. It was a wonderful experience!" Susan Lange Doctor of Oriental Medicine Ojai, California The music featured is the exquisite "Ave Maria" from Verdi's opera, Otello. It is sung by the award-winning, rich voice of Rufina James. Even those not familiar with opera and classical music are finding this presentation a richly rewarding experience. Although the "Ave Maria" prayer originated from a distinct religious discipline, its universal devotional message and prayer for all mankind transcends denominations. It is being embraced by people of all walks of life and of all faiths. The Prayer for New Orleans is a tremendous comfort to so many in this perilous world. We invite you to share it with those you care about. Click here to share the prayer. The Text and Translation For the text and translation of "Ave Maria" please see the About the Prayer page. The Photographers Our deepest gratitude to all the photographers who contributed their work to Prayer for New Orleans. Without them, this project could not have been possible. Photographers, in order of appearance: Picture number: Cloud Mirage by Rufina James Van Sunrise by H. Emin Guler Red Sunrise by Cheryl Empey Evening Light at Yuba Gap by Rufina James Forest Stream by Roger Kirby Light by Tim Meyer Winter Sunset by Andris Kovács Pine On A Rock by Ivan Fisun Fear Of The Dark by Andris Kovács Cloud Discharging Lightning by Tom Denham Galveston Bay Storm by Cheryl Empey Water Lilies by Stephanie Summerfield Water Lily by Emanuela Big Dark Sky by Andre Bogaert Sunset & Grass by Robert Red Evening Mood by Robert Aichinger Cloud Cover by Cheryl Empey Amazing Sunlight by Torvald Lekvam The individual photographers retain the rights to their images.