Midori

Soundcheck | May 3, 2010
Japanese virtuoso violinist Midori is celebrating the twentieth anniversary of her professional debut in a performance with the New York Philharmonic. She's also celebrating on this edition of Soundcheck, as she joins host John Schaefer for a conversation about her travels, educational projects and performing in concert halls worldwide.
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In 1992, Midori founded Midori & Friends, an organization which serves New York City’s public schools by providing, at no cost to the individual student, comprehensive music education of the highest quality. More information

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