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Tag Archives: Piano Lessons
Playing Strings
While growing up in Ottumwa, Iowa both my sister and I played stringed instruments. Here I am playing my cello. I really loved playing the cello and wish that I could have continued playing it when we moved to Kansas. … Continue reading
Posted in Culture, Memories
Tagged Cello, clarinet, double bass, music, orchestra, Ottumwa Iowa, Piano, Piano Lessons, stringed instruments, Trombone, violin
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Remembering Van Cliburn
This morning I saw in the news that legendary pianist Van Cliburn had passed away on Wednesday. Van Cliburn brings back many memories of listening to his many recordings and also reading about the celebrity that he attained for winning … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Memories
Tagged Books, child prodigy, history, International Tchaikovsky Competition, memories, music, Pianists, Piano, Piano Lessons, Piano Music, Piano Teacher, Van Cliburn
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