William Jack, a classically trained cello player, is sometimes hired to play in Australia’s Adelaide airport, as part of an initiative to feature the work of local artists. The rock ‘n’ roll electric cello caught the ear of The World’s Sarah Birnbaum, and set her feet dancing.
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