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Alpha One Foundation of Ireland celebrates Chopin's life; composer probably had Alpha-1
In honor of its tenth anniversary, the Alpha One Foundation of Ireland is giving the Alpha One Foundation Chopin Bursary to one lucky student in his/her last year of a music degree.
The selected students from Trinity College Dublin, Dublin Institute of Technology, University College Dublin and Maynooth University will each perform a piece composed by Frederic Chopin.
Some experts believe that Chopin had Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. He suffered from chronic respiratory disease throughout his short life. The Foundation “wishes to celebrate his life” and raise awareness about Alpha-1.
This event will take place in the residence of the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Councillor Andrew Montague. Expected guests include representatives from the Polish and French embassies.
To read more about the event: http://www.alpha1.ie/index.php/newsevents/67-chopin-recital-2011
