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Famed soprano is godmother for Crystal Bach

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Anna Maria Kaufmann will perform Johann Sebastian Bach’s 'Air' at the naming ceremony on Aug. 20
Crystal River Cruises chose the opera star Anna Maria Kaufmann as the godmother for its first newbuild, the recently delivered Crystal Bach.

The vessel embarked on its maiden voyage from Amsterdam Aug. 13 and will be christened by Kaufmann during Crystal Bach's call at Rüdesheim, Germany, on Aug. 20.

The singer's decades-long career has spanned the globe, taking her from her native Edmonton, Alberta, to some of the world’s most prestigious stages and events.

As Crystal Bach’s godmother, Kaufmann will bless the vessel and perform Johann Sebastian Bach’s 'Air.'

'It is an honor to have one of Germany’s most gifted and cherished talents christen Crystal Bach as she officially embarks on the Rhine as part of the award-winning Crystal fleet,' ceo and president Edie Rodriguez said.