Dec. 16, 2025
Robert McDuffie: Center for Strings
Violinist Robert McDuffie talks about obtaining his Guaneri del Gesu violin in a limited partnership, starting the Robert McDuffie Center for Strings, and creating the Rome Chamber Music Festival.
To learn more about the McDuffie Center visit: mcduffie.mercer.edu
Producer and Editor: Katrina Stroud
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Intro and Outro Music: Beethoven Sonata No. 1, III. Rondo performed by Katrina Stroud and Leila Lok
Chapters
02:01 - Obtaining the Guaneri del Gesu
17:30 - Starting the McDuffie Center
26:54 - Starting the Rome Chamber Music Festival
30:54 - Creating a unique career
36:10 - Advice for musicians