Frank Almond, a distinguished violinist and concertmaster, joins Ziv Arazi and Bruno Price, co-owners of Rare Violins of New York. They dive into the rich history and craftsmanship of Stradivarius violins, especially the coveted Lipinski. Discussions highlight the unique blend of artistry and investment in rare instruments. They also explore the emotional connections musicians have with these historic pieces while addressing the complex economics behind ownership and the intriguing tales of theft and recovery that surround these prized violins.

In this hour, an ancient instrument, a life-changing disaster, and survival in the face of genocide. People who experienced history, and its artifacts, firsthand. Hosted by The Moth's Senior Director, Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Musician Frank Almond makes a historic discovery. Sivad Johnson takes us behind the scenes of the Detroit Fire Department. Henny Lewin, a young Jewish girl, is smuggled out of a Lithuanian ghetto during WWII. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices