Virtuoso Reality: Joshua Bell

The transcript covers the musician's early discovery of talent, influenced by a musical family, and his progression to a successful career, including performances at Carnegie Hall. It highlights his latest CD featuring Bach, the story of the stolen Huberman violin, and his musical preferences, including non-classical genres like rock.

How did the narrator's parents first recognize his musical talent?

• He stretched rubber bands over drawer knobs.

• He tapped rhythms on the table.

• He played tunes on a toy piano.

• He sang along to the radio.

What was the narrator's attitude towards performing as a child?

• He was confident and enjoyed public speaking.

• He was shy but loved playing the violin on stage.

• He was nervous and avoided it.

• He preferred playing in small groups.

What is significant about Carnegie Hall for the narrator?

• It is the largest venue he has performed in.

• It is a place with a rich history and personal milestones.

• It is where he met his musical idols.

• It was where he first learned to play the violin.

Who is the composer featured in the narrator's latest CD?

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Franz Schubert

• Johann Sebastian Bach

What happened to the violin associated with the Great Huberman?

• It was donated to a museum.

• It was stolen and missing for 50 years.

• It was sold at an auction.

• It was lost in a fire.

Which rock band did the narrator appreciate for their complex music?

• The Rolling Stones

• Led Zeppelin

• The Beatles

• Genesis

What type of music does the narrator enjoy outside of classical?

• Hip-hop and R&B

• Country and folk

• Electronic and pop

• Jazz and bluegrass