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“Learning, like love, death and eating, are fundamental human activities. It's at the core of human existence and its character has a resilience of continuity that is part of what makes up human nature. That is not fundamentally going to change.”

Quote by Leon Botstein

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Leon Botstein is an accomplished conductor, born on December 14, 1946. He is renowned for his profound understanding of classical music and his unique conducting style. more

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