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John Williams reacts to violinist playing Schindler's List theme in moving tribute

John Williams reacts to violinist playing Schindler’s List theme in moving tribute

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Mozart fans queue to hear newly discovered work in Leipzig

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Young boy conducts in the Carlo Felice Theatre

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