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Now Hear This “Old Friends”

Season 51 Episode 16 | 53m 54s

Explore how virtuosos become maestros and discover their guiding principles through host Scott Yoo’s long friendships with Grammy winner Yo-Yo Ma, pianist Richard Kogan and violinist Lynn Chang.

Aired: 04/25/24 | Expires: 05/24/24
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