Reporter: Lisa Helfer Elghazi
'EXCLUSIVE: Classicalite Q&A with A Far Cry's Megumi Stohs Lewis, Loewi Lin and Robyn Bollinger
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'EXCLUSIVE: Classicalite Q&A with Cellist Miguel Vásquez
At the age of nine, Miguel Vásquez was an aspiring classical violinist/cellist in Panama. There on the isthmus, though, getting proper musical education proved difficult--especially as his skills improved. His grandfather, Luis Vásquez--a professional double bassist, guitarist and English horn player--first inspired the would-be musician. And years later, the younger Vásquez still remains thankful for the dutiful instruction provided by his elder. -
'EXCLUSIVE: Classicalite Q&A with Sarah Jarosz
Sarah Jarosz grew up in Wimberley, Texas, a town just outside of Austin. At a very early age, she earned credibility in the space where roots, Americana and contemporary folk intersect. Ever since, Jarosz's sterling reputation has been built on three fronts: gifted multi-instrumentalist (guitar, mandolin, banjo), expressive and distinctive vocalist, accomplished songwriter. It's not just her peers who are taking notice.