Thomas Jefferson: Musician and Violinist
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Thomas Jefferson once wrote, "Music is the passion of my soul." This essay by Stanford University Professor of Music Emeritus Sandor Salgo explores one of the lesser recognized aspects of Jefferson's life: his love of music and his talent as a violinist. Jefferson had an extensive collection of books on music and on the art of the violin in his monumental library. However, before now we have not known how his study of these books, called "tutors," influenced his musicianship and his abilities as a violinist. Salgo's deep understanding of the history and technique of the violin and of musicianship during Jefferson's time allow him to explore the music Jefferson played and how he acquired the knowledge to pursue the "delightful recreation" that was a central interest in his life.
About the Author
Salvador Salgo, Professor of Music, Emeritus, taught at Stanford University for 24 years. Professor Salgo was music director of the Stanford Opera Theatre and a significant force in shaping and directing the Stanford Symphony Orchestra. He has conducted extensively in Europe, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra of London and the Deutsche Staatsoper in Berlin. He has served as guest conductor with the San Francisco Symphony, the National Orchestra of Mexico, the Vancouver Festival, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Salt Lake City Symphony for a nationally televised program, and the San Francisco Spring Opera.
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Thomas Jefferson: Musician and Violinist
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