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Calling on pianists to identify a piece. Anyone know this Sword Dance?

Thank you to everyone for all the birthday wishes. I appreciate the love and support. In addition, Happy Pesach/Passover to all my Jewish relatives and friends and others celebrating.

Just heard about the news regarding musical icon Peter Schickele (PDQ Bach), who passed away Jan. 16th. This year has started off very auspiciously. RIP

Peter Schickele Dies: "P.D.Q. Bach" Parodist & Film/Broadway Composer Was 88 Peter Schickele, whose comedic parodies of classical music overshadowed his own strengths as a serious composer, died Tuesday at his home in Bearsville, N.Y. at 88. His daughter confirmed the death and attributed it to a series of infections that damaged his health. Schickele won the Grammy Award fo...