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The Sarajevo Haggadah’s historic journey, set to music

Sarajevo native Merima Ključo can relate to the story of the Sarajevo Haggadah, the 14th-century illuminated manuscript that survived many close calls with destruction. Both have escaped war and have received acclaim for their artistic beauty.

Calendar: April 26 to May 2

It’s the world premiere of the composer’s new piece, “Cosmic Dust.” Steinberg, who received a doctorate in music from Harvard, currently serves as artistic director of the Los Angeles Youth Orchestra and is winner of an ASCAPLUS Award and Gold Medal Jury’s Choice at the Park City Film Music Festival.

The saviour of Sarajevo barred for being a Jew

Jakob Finci\’s Jewishness was an asset in the Bosnian war – he was a neutral party who helped 3,000 people flee the country. But now his religion means he is barred from public office\n

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