Itzhak Perlman: The Violinist who conquers himself
Itzhak Perlman contracted polio at the age of four. He made a good recovery, learning to walk with the use of crutches. Today, he generally uses crutches or an electric Amigo scooter for mobility and plays the violin while seated. Itzhak Perlman made his debut at Carnegie Hall in 1963. He is one of the violinists of the XX century.
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Itzhak Perlman contracted polio at the age of four. He made a good recovery, learning to walk with the use of crutches. Today, he generally uses crutches or an electric Amigo scooter for mobility and plays the violin while seated. Itzhak Perlman made his debut at Carnegie Hall in 1963. He is one of the violinists of the XX century.
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