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Violin Virtuoso Roman Totenberg Dies At 101

from National Public Radio
May 9, 2012

Violinist and music educator Roman Totenberg had a long and distinguished career as a concert violinist, and taught for many years at Boston University and other schools. He was also the father of NPR's Nina Totenberg. He died Tuesday at the age of 101.

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  • Morning Edition, May 9, 2012
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