Yuriko Kuronuma: The Violinist Who Sows Peace
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Eugenio Torres
Mexico City (June 22, 2025) - 5:00 a.m.
Violinist Yuriko Kuronuma is the author of the Despierta Paz collection, a collection of books that encourage people to care for the planet, build community, and foster empathy. Credit: REFORMA / Special
The books in the Wake Up Peace collection, which includes the titles: What Do You Know About Fingers?, Thank You, Mrs. Rain and Mr. Water!, and Hikers or Mountaineers? Credit: REFORMA / Special
In 1980, the creator opened her Yuriko Kuronuma AC academy to teach violin playing to children as young as 4. Credit: REFORMA / Special
In a world where bombs have spoken louder than books, Yuriko Kuronuma decided to write for children. At 85, this renowned Japanese violinist—trained by musical giants such as David Oistrakh and Henryk Szeryng—hasn't let virtuosity distract her from the essentials: peace, art, and childhood.
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