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British pianist Derek Paravicini is considered by many to be a musical prodigy. Paravicini is blind and autistic, having been born 25 weeks prematurely. Dubbed the "human iPod," Paravicini has the ability to play any piece of music after hearing it just once, despite the fact that he cannot read music.
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- Born: July 26, 1979
- Hometown: Surrey, England
- Can play music note for note after hearing it just once
- Great-grandson of writer William Somerset Maugham http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/music...
- Has "absolute pitch" http://www.livescience.com/strangenews/e...
- Cannot count and cannot read Braille http://news.bbc.co.uk/today/hi/today/new...
- Attended the Linden Lodge School for the Blind in London
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Intentoooooo.. entender esta mierda !, Busco Amadeus :) y Veo el documental de Derek Paravicini ;) el GENIO !
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RT @ripple1967 @terrastellaluna About Derek Paravicini: An Unlikely Musical Genius!!! http://bit.ly/lYO3a #AUTISM #MUSIC <TY, Much Love!!!
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RT @terrastellaluna About Derek Paravicini: An Unlikely Musical Genius!!! http://bit.ly/lYO3a #AUTISM #MUSIC
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About Derek Paravicini: An Unlikely Musical Genius!!! http://bit.ly/lYO3a #AUTISM #MUSIC
@terrastellaluna | November 08, 2009 12:43 AM -
Riding for the Disabled concert tonight by Derek Paravicini. Grieg in any key in the style of Bill Evans--NTWIC talent!
@Jesse_Norman | November 07, 2009 11:15 PM
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The Musical Genius: Derek Paravicini | Best Vids I've Seen
A trailer from The Musical Genius, produced by A FOCUS PRODUCTIOn for FIVE & Discovery Health. Distributed by Channel 4 International. TV's musical genius.bestvidsiveseen.com -
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Paravicini on keyboard Jody Robinson on vocals Graham Bailey on bass Derek Bailey on drums performing; "Say Has Anybody Seen My Gal", "It Don`t Mean a Thing" and "Moon River". Video by Nick Wells Letter in New Scientist Magazine; ...sciencestage.com -
Derek Paravicini: The Musical Genius - Neatorama
Born 3-and-a-half months prematurely, Derek Paravicini was so small that his doctor presumed that he was dead. Just as his mother had given up hope, she heard the faintest whimper. To keep him alive, he was put on oxygen but improper ...neatorama.com -
The Musical Genius - Derek Paravicini - Boing Boing
26-year-old Derek Paravicini doesn't know left from right and had trouble counting to 10. He was born blind and lives in a home for autistic people. Despite his mental and physical disabilities, he is a wonderful pianist. ...boingboing.net
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View All Derek Paravicini Questions (16) | Ask a QuestionNow that Derek Jeter tied the Yankees career hits record, how much further will he go? (7 Answers)Jeter is 35 years old, but is also having a career year. In 2001 he signed a 10-year contract (http://bit.ly/4xrGrw), putting him under contract through the end of the 2010 ... read moreWhen Danny told Derek about the guy breaking into Derek's car, Derek asked Danny if the guy had a gun. How did he word his question? (1 Answer)His questions was, "Is he strapped?" You can see the script here and see the direct lines. The best way to find it if you want to see it is ... read moreHow did Derek get eliminated over cowboy Ty? (1 Answer)Very simple, her fans forgot to vote! read moreWhen did Lakers? What? That was Derek Fisher? My bad... (1 Answer)Hines Ward DOESN'T play for the Lakers? Great Question! read more
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In the Key of Genius: The Extraordinary Life of Derek Paravicini - $27.25
Derek Paravicini is blind, doesn’t know his fingers from his thumbs and needs round-the-clock care. But he has an rare gift — he is a musical prodigy who amazes all who hear him play.From the Hardcover edition.
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