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Identifier
DiazAmalia_2023_HMOH
Description
Amalia Diaz is a Colombian-born violinist and music educator whose work connects the Monterey Bay region through music education and performance. In the interview, she discusses leading El Sistema youth music programs in Salinas and Santa Cruz, collaborating with local musicians, and performing with the Monterey and Santa Cruz Symphonies. She reflects on her musical upbringing, professional training, and advice for aspiring musicians. Diaz also emphasizes the importance of making classical music accessible and meaningful to students, families, and local audiences.
Date
11-22-2023
Type
Sound
Digital Format
audio/wav
Language
eng
Digital Collection
Heritage Musics Oral History Project
Recommended Citation
Diaz, Amalia and Meachum, Daniel, "Interview with Amalia Diaz" (2023). Heritage Musics Interviews. 2.
https://digitalcommons.csumb.edu/heritagemusics_oralhistory/2
Audio