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Sxip Shirey breathes music and passion

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Composer Sxip Shirey makes music from the simple, dramatic act of breathing -- alone and together. Open your ears to a passionate 3 minutes.

A real-life circus composer, Sxip Shirey makes haunting melodies from familiar objects and reconfigured sounds. Full bio »

Mischievous and deeply original, accordionist Rachelle Garniez plays her own witty songs and gives a beautiful swing to the classics. Full bio »

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Dolby + Garniez play "La Vie en Rose"

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Pamelia Kurstin plays the theremin

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Raul Midon plays "Tembererana"

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