What's your name and what do you do for a living?

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What are the relationships between music and the German language?

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Why and how did you learn German?

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Do you think learning German is important for a career in music? Why?

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Do you have a favorite piece or composer?

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Do you think classical music is important for young people in the 21st century?

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What have been the highlights of your career in recent years?

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Do you have plans for the future?

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German reimagined
Alma Deutscher

Alma Deutscher is a British musician, composer, and conductor.
Watch the interview and do the exercices and learn about her inspiring life and her passion for classic music.

Download the worksheet here. You can print it out or work on it digitally on your computer.

German Reimagined Alma Deutscher(PDF, 207 KB)

Playlist on Youtube | Interview with Alma Deutscher