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YourClassical Story

YourClassical Story: Sean gets lost in the music and creates a new tradition

YourClassical Story: Sean McPherson

Have you ever been so enthralled with a piece of music that you lose track of time? On this episode of YourClassical Story, Sean McPherson from St. Paul, Minn., shares how a short dog walk goes 45 minutes longer than expected due to a classical work.

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