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Native American Flutist James Pellerite

 
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<br />James J. Pellerite is a former Professor at Indiana University and and an impassioned flutist. His goal is to promote the status of the Northern Plains flute. Peter Jacobi conducted the interview.

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IU Professor of Horn Jeff Nelsen

 
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<br />Jeff Nelson is currently Associate Professor of Horn at the IU Jacobs School of Music. He was previously a member of the Canadian Brass. WFIU’s Mona Seghatoleslami hosts.

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Pulitzer Prize-Winning Composer John Harbison

 
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<br />Pulitzer Prize winning composer John Harbison is one of America’s leading composers, with commissions from many top orchestras and festivals. His work has been performed and recorded by the world’s leading musicians.  He spoke with Peter Jacobi.

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Cellist Matt Haimovitz

 
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<br />Matt Haimovitz is a classically skilled cellist who intertwines classical and contemporary music while performing on stage. He entertains in a wide variety of venues, including bars, coffeehouses, and punk rock clubs.

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