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Thomas Wiggins: Composing the Future [Extended Audio Description + OC]

Special | 16m 54s

The story of a composer and pianist known as one of the greatest musicians of the 19th century.

This version contains extended audio description and open captions. An African American composer and pianist known as one of the greatest musicians of the 19th century, Thomas Wiggins (1849-1908) was blind from birth and likely autistic. Although born into slavery, Wiggins was the first African American to perform at the White House, and toured throughout the U.S., South America, and Europe.

10/22/2024

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Thomas Wiggins: Composing the Future [Extended Audio Description + OC]

Special | 16m 54s

This version contains extended audio description and open captions. An African American composer and pianist known as one of the greatest musicians of the 19th century, Thomas Wiggins (1849-1908) was blind from birth and likely autistic. Although born into slavery, Wiggins was the first African American to perform at the White House, and toured throughout the U.S., South America, and Europe.

10/22/2024

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