Joshua and Angela discuss the life and times of Europe's most renowned virtuoso violinist of the 18th and 19th centuries, George Bridgetower. In the age of the global slave trade, competing empires, and revolution, Bridgetower exemplified the refinement, sophistication, and mastery of the classical era while rubbing elbows with the European elite. 

Featured Music:
"Henry, A Ballade," by George Bridgetower, feat. soprano Benita Borbonus
"Violin Sonata No. 9, Mvt. 3: Finale," by Ludwig Van Beethoven, feat. violinist Itzhak Perlman and pianist Vladimir Ashkenazy

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