Public radio from Western Michigan University 102.1 NPR News | 89.9 Classical WMUK

LHI: Jon Boyd On Joseph White, Cuban Violinist

Your browser doesn’t support HTML5 audio

Jon Boyd'slatest featured composer is a nineteenth-century Cuban violinist who became one of the top-ranked violinists in Europe.

Joseph White's story begins in Cuba, where his quick musical development astonished his teachers. With help from a prominent pianist of the day, he raised enough funds to continue his education in Europe. It was the beginning of an illustrious and productive career. 

WMUK contributor Jon Boyd is a violist with a lively interest in sharing the rich history of music performed and written by individuals of mixed or non-European ancestries. 

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn
  • Email
Cara Lieurance is the local host of NPR's All Things Considered on 1021 WMUK and covers local arts & culture on Let's Hear It on 89.9 Classical WMUK weekday mornings at 10 - 11 am.