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Grammy awardwinning classical guitarist sharon isbin talks with insights beth ruyak in advance of her appearance this weekend at the. Sharon isbin unveils the mysteries of classical guitar making. Sharon isbin plays baroque favorites for guitar sharon. Troubadour was six years in the making and traces your life from childhood until present.
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