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Leonard Slatkin to chair Jacqueline du Pre Research Fund.


Leonard Slatkin Leonard Edward Slatkin (born September 1 1944) is an American conductor. His father was the violinist, conductor and founder of the Hollywood String Quartet, Felix Slatkin, and his mother was Eleanor Aller, the cellist with the quartet. His brother, Frederick Zlotkin, is a cellist. , the distinguished Music Director of the National Symphony Orchestra National Symphony Orchestra is used for the name of many orchestras in different countries. It may refer to the:
  • Danish National Symphony Orchestra, founded 1925
  • Estonian National Symphony Orchestra, which can trace its origins back to 1926
 in Washington, D.C., has agreed to be an Ambassador for the MS cause and to chair the Jacqueline du Pre du Pré   , Jacqueline 1945-1987.

British cellist considered among the world's best until multiple sclerosis cut short her career.
 Research Fund, established in honor of the famous cellist. Her story is reaching millions through the award-winning movie, Hilary and Jackie. Mr. Slatkin's efforts to expand public awareness of MS and enhance support for the Jacqueline du Pre Research Fund merit a special round of applause.
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Date:Jun 22, 1999
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