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“The earlier days of the republic went into the acquisition of money and the provision for material things is now finding an outlet in the espousal of art. Now America has the leisure and the culture to foster beauty.”

Quote by Fritz Kreisler

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Fritz Kreisler, born on February 2, 1875, in Austria, and died on January 29, 1962, was a renowned Jewish violinist. Known for his exquisite playing technique and rich musical expression, Kreisler was one of the most outstanding violinists of the early 20th century. more

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