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Afghanistan, an accordion, 'Elvis' and Johnny Cash
Gregory Warner, a freelance foreign correspondent living in Afghanistan, is an avid accordion player, and he tries to use the instrument as a means to connect with the people he's covering.
The way Afghans respond to his accordion music is somewhat unexpected and reveals some truths about the country's development during the last quarter century.
What does Warner do when asked to perform at a concert and realizing he doesn't know any tunes by Afghanistan's own pop icon? Well, Johnny Cash to the rescue. Watch and see what I mean...
(Thanks, Ed)
Filed under: Asia, Afghanistan, Video
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Have Pack, Will Travel Mar 31st 2009 1:39PM
That was a wonder story! Kept me laughing, smiling, and even singing a bit. Luckily nobody else is home!
Jamie Rhein Mar 31st 2009 3:48PM
This is terrific. I am in such a great mood now. Thanks! Also, sending this to friends.
jmchez Apr 2nd 2009 1:14PM
An actual feel good story from Afghanistan; that was nice. I'm sorry to see so few comments.