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October 7, 2023

4 p.m.

State Theater

Ann Arbor, Michigan

FOR THE LEFT HAND

  A DOCUMENTARY FILM ABOUT RESILIENCE AND THE POWER 

OF MUSIC IN THE SHADOW OF TRAUMA

A person playing a piano

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At age 5, Norman Malone discovered he was a natural at the piano. Tragically, when Norman turned 10, he was attacked, leaving him paralyzed on his right side. Undaunted, Malone began a lifelong quest to reclaim his place at the piano- mastering some of the most difficult music ever written for left hand alone – and never telling anyone of his deepening virtuosity. In 2015, at age 78, Malone revealed his story (to the Chicago Tribune), prompting belated invitations to perform across America. Nearly 70 years after his tragic attack, Malone launches a much-delayed, triumphant concert career.

FOR THE LEFT HAND aims to open discussion and spark positive action on disability, aging, race, and the overall importance of music and art.

Meet and Q & A with the Writer, Howard Reich, 

Producer, Gordon Quinn, and a Surprise Guest.

Comments by Julie Jaffee Nagel, Ph.D.

about the value of music in our lives.

Reception following the film.

This program is provided by a Grant from the Ernst and Gertrude Ticho Charitable Foundation to the Michigan Psychoanalytic

Institute/Foundation/Julie Jaffee Nagel, Ph.D.

There is no admission charge – ticket reservations

required for seating purposes.

Further information forthcoming.

                    No CME/CE credit hours will be given.

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