Violinist Robert McDuffie and his Guarneri del Gesù violin - Episode 65

If you want to experience great music in Rome check out violinist Robert McDuffie (Bobby), his rare Guarneri Gesù violin & the Rome Chamber Music Festival. Almost everyone who visits Rome thinks about the monuments and churches, but for a deep dive into the heart of Italy look to the music. Start with the fact that the most prized violins in the world were made here, and Bobby McDuffie owns one of these. Today he tells us all about his violin and the Rome Chamber Music Festival that he founded 17 years ago. Head to the flavorofitaly (dot) com website for photos and links and a ton more information!