Anne-Sophie Mutter on Why Bach Is Always the Answer
From The Open Ears Project by WQXR & WNYC Studios
April 29, 2024 · 13 min · Season 2 · Episode 12
About this episode
Acclaimed violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter discusses the impact of Bach's music on her life during both sorrowful and joyful moments.
Acclaimed violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter muses on how Bach’s music has accompanied her through moments of sorrow and joy alike.
People in this episode
Guest: Anne-Sophie Mutter
Topics covered
- music
- violin
- Bach
- sorrow
- joy
- acclaimed artists
Keywords
- Anne-Sophie Mutter
- Bach
- violinist
- music
- sorrow
- joy
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Bach
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