“Agnus Dei” by Rufus Wainwright | 2025 Aurora Prize Ceremony on Ellis Island

The 2025 Aurora Prize Ceremony on Ellis Island concluded with a special headline performance by Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright. Among the pieces he performed was Agnus Dei, a Latin prayer for peace. Celebrated for his interpretive brilliance and vocal artistry, Wainwright is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished vocalists and songwriters of his generation. Born in New York and raised in Montreal, he has released 11 studio albums, including Rufus Does Judy at Carnegie Hall, his Grammy-nominated tribute to Judy Garland. In addition to his success in pop music, Wainwright has composed for opera and classical repertoire, most notably his acclaimed debut opera Prima Donna, which premiered in 2009. X: https://x.com/AuroraPrize_ Facebook:   / aurorahumanitarian   Instagram:   / aurorahumanitarian   LinkedIn:   / aurorahumanitarian   Threads: https://www.threads.com/@aurorahumani... Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/aurorahumani...