The name of a brilliant violin prodigy of the early 19th century has been elevated to proper historical recognition thanks to the renowned poet Rita Dove.
Her collection, “Sonata Mulattica” was inspired by George Bridgetower, a young Black violinist from London whose artistry won the admiration of the mighty Beethoven in Vienna. Former U.S. poet laureate and UVA Professor Rita Dove will read her poem, “The Bridgetower,” at a concert featuring the Violin Sonata Beethoven wrote for Bridgetower on Jan. 17 at Emory University’s Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts.
Dove recently joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes to discuss her upcoming performance and the story of George Bridgetower.
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