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Elisabeth Waldo Dies at 107; Fused Indigenous and Western Sounds

April 6, 2026 by sergneri Leave a Comment

Elisabeth Waldo Dies at 107; Fused Indigenous and Western Sounds A classically-trained violinist, she incorporated traditional instruments native to Latin America in Western-style scores to create an atmospheric hybrid. Ms. Waldo continued to perform and compose until she was over 100, largely on the West Coast. David – Los Angeles ยท 4h ago I spent … [Read more…]

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