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“I didn't sing for years and years, but I started playing harp when I was maybe 9 or 10. I had actually wanted to play for years leading up to that, but no teacher in our little town would take me on as a student, because I was too young.”

Quote by Joanna Newsom

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Joanna Newsom is an American pianist known for her unique musical style and emotive singing voice. Born on January 18, 1982, she began learning the piano at a young age and started composing her own music in her teenage years. Newsom's music blends classical, folk, and experimental elements, often characterized by dreamlike atmospheres and profound literary themes. more

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