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October 2007 rare-string instrument intelligence

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В Казани на таможне задержана женщина, подозреваемая в контрабанде скрипки Гварнери

newsru.ru

A woman was detained at Kazan airport customs in Russia for allegedly attempting to smuggle a rare eighteenth‑century violin by Guarneri into the United States. The instrument and a bow were seized for examination; authorities note the possibility of a fake, but such high‑level forgeries are rare. The case is being investigated under Article 188 of the Russian Penal Code (smuggling).

Watras to perform Oct. 30 – UW News

washington.edu

Artists: Melia Watras; Makers/Artists: none specified. Instrumental works mentioned include Shostakovich Viola Sonata, Bach Suite No. 6, works by Dan Visconti, and pieces by Fritz Kreisler and Henryk Wieniawski. Venue: Meany Theater. Event date: Tuesday, Oct. 30. Host: UW News.

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