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In early June, single-handed pianist Gary Graffman will perform the Luis Prado Concerto for Piano Left Hand in Philadelphia with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia. Graffman’s hand injury, which presented itself in middle age, has significantly changed his career — though not necessarily his musicianship.

(Originally aired: November 10, 2001)

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