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Celebrating Musicians Through Photography / Scholarships From The Heather Heyer Foundation

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Published February 11, 2020 at 11:08 AM EST

Meet a photographer whose book highlights and celebrates area musicians who have influenced the Charlottesville music scene over the past five decades. Then sit down with the founders of an organization created to honor a young civil rights activist and provide scholarships for individuals passionate about social change.

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