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    Jan in 35 Pieces: A Memoir in Music
    Jan in 35 Pieces: A Memoir in Music
    Jan in 35 Pieces: A Memoir in Music
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    Jan in 35 Pieces: A Memoir in Music

    By Ian Hampton

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    In his memoir, Jan in 35 Pieces, acclaimed cellist Ian Hampton recounts his years of music and camaraderie, ably capturing his life-long dedication to the history and culture of classical musical performance.
    LanguageEnglish
    Publisherporcupinequill
    Release dateMay 18, 2018
    ISBN9780889848542
    Jan in 35 Pieces: A Memoir in Music

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