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Episode #226 - Annik Lafarge on Chasing Chopin

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Annik Lafarge has written a fascinating book about Chopin's well-known 2nd piano sonata (the one with the funeral march), discussing not just the music, but also the social and cultural context of the time.

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Guest:

  • Annik Lafarge
  • Chasing Chopin

    • ‌Show notes:

    • Write Now with Scrivener, Episode No. 4: Annik Lafarge, Author of Chasing Chopin
    • George Sand, Martine Reid (in French)
    • The Frederick Collection of Historical Pianos
    • Paul Badura-Skoda Plays Schubert

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      • Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio: I Told You So

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