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The Many Musical Minds of TEDxBeaconStreet
In just a few days we will be inspired by the many minds on stage at TEDxBeaconStreet. What the diversity brought to the stage in genre – from Genetics to Business Leaders to InventorsĀ – is complimented by the breadth within genre.
You can expect to see no less than 7 types of music on stage and at out Escape Velocity Party, ranging from classical individuals to harmonizing groups. Let’s spotlight a few of them.
- Japanese taiko drummers Genki Spark
- Flutist Emi Ferguson
- Cellist Patrick McGuire
- Violinist Julia Glenn
- Musician and TED Fellow Ryan Holladay
- Contemporary Musician Michael Zapruder
- a Cappella Group Grizzly Freakin’ Man Singers
- Brookline Music School Teen Jazz Ensemble
…And one more person who’s story I’d like to focus on.
Uzman Riaz is a brilliant Pakistani musician who has earned the title of TED fellow. You can see his profound talent at TEDxPuraVida as he discussed how the Internet taught him to explore new types of music.
The full schedule of speakers is here. We hope to have you join us for this beautiful music and incredible people.