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Viola Congress held at University of Minnesota
by Mindy Ratner, Minnesota Public Radio
June 13, 2004

Claire Givens of Claire Givens Violins shows off her collection of violas. (MPR Photo/Mindy Ratner)

St. Paul, Minn. — The world's largest gathering of viola professionals, students, and enthusiasts was held at the University of Minnesota, June 9-13, 2004. Highlights included concerts, presentations, and displays of instruments by retailers and manufacturers.

MPR's Mindy Ratner weaved her way through the events to capture these audio clips.

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