Sting is set to release a new studio album this October ? comprised entirely of 16th century classical music performed on the lute.

“It’s a strange record, a delightful record and I think people will be intrigued by it,” he said says in an interview on his web site. “The album is voice and lute, there are a few four part harmonies that I sing and it’s all music from the 16th century.”

Apparently, the former Police front man was given a lute by guitarist Dominic Miller two years ago as a gift. The stringed, tear-shaped instrument reminded Sting of his fascination with John Dowland, a 16th century composer who wrote music especially for the lute.

The as-yet-untitled album will be released by classical label Deutsche Grammophon.






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