George Walker: He wants you to play his music

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George Walker: He wants you to play his music

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Feb 8, 2022

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DC native composer, George Walker, was one of the great American composers of the 20th and 21st centuries. His close friend and colleague, Dr. Mickey Terry, joins John Banther to discuss his life, challenges, and three works you need to listen to.Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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George Walker: He wants you to play his music

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