"It
is no exaggeration to say that visiting Mostar that day was truly one
of the most beautiful moments of my life. For two years, we had been
raising funds through concerts and albums to build the Music Centre
and to eventually see its completion, and to witness some of the
beautiful and talented children of Mostar performing for us on their
inaugural day, was simply a joy. The children that day were so very
patient. We were delayed on our journey by something beyond our
control, the weather! But, when we eventually arrived in the
beautiful city that was overwhelming, and the people of Mostar
certainly proved that they have something very special that is their
future. Those children are an example to us all and a tribute to
Mostar. If music is central to a person’s life, it can be something
very special and life-affirming. The Music Centre was built for the
children - I can only hope that making music helps in the healing
process and that it will bring joy to the children of Mostar for
many, many years to come." Pavarotti describes the opening of his centre in Mostar, 1997 Read more about his visit to Mostar at Left Field
Photo: Pavarotti, Bono & child. Yes that is Paddy Moloney from The Chieftains behind Bonos's head!
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