Susan Boyle 'requests Pope album'

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Susan Boyle has reportedly asked for a copy of Pope Benedict XVI's upcoming record Alma Mater.

According to The Sun, the singer is eager to get hold of the album, which is comprised from a number of recitals of key religious texts.

The eight-track LP is backed by music recorded by the The Choir Of The Philharmonic Academy Of Rome.

Alma Mater is being released through Geffen on November 30.