Interview with Professional Violinist Marty Laster

Marty Laster is a violinist, teacher, composer and performer. He's had a very fascinating career playing alongside gifted musicians like Bela Fleck and performing in various music venues like the Carnegie Hall. Marty Laster is the author of Blues Violin for the Young Beginner and he also recorded two albums including his recent CD "Sound Mosaics". Here is our interview.

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