Monthly Archives: January 2011

Yura Lee – Two Performances in Greensboro

Yura Lee is one of only a handful of musicians to have successfully made the transition from child prodigy to mature artist. Her story is remarkable. She was born in South Korea in 1985, began studying violin when she was … Continue reading

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Paganini, How The Great Violinist Was Helped By A Rare Medical Condition

Paganini was one of the world’s great virtuoso violinists. But what is especially fascinating is that part of Paganini’s great success came as a result of a rare physical ailment. Niccolò Paganini was born in 1782 in Genoa, Italy. His … Continue reading

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A “Novel” Way To Learn Venice

Before I travel, I like knowing as much about a new city as I can. And I am a map person, so I want to know my way around before my foot ever hits the pavement. In the last few … Continue reading

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