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Mountain Lake Journal Extra
About this film
This episode of Mountain Lake Journal EXTRA begins with the story of Adrien Girouard, a World War II veteran from Tupper Lake, New York, who is finally awarded a Bronze Star 67 years after saving an officer's life in Italy. The segment covers the emotional ceremony and the efforts by his family and local officials to secure the long-overdue recognition. Next, a "Made in the Adirondacks" segment visits Brant Lake, New York, to profile Steven L. Smith, a singer-songwriter who also handcrafts custom acoustic guitars. Smith demonstrates his detailed woodworking process and discusses the unique tones produced by different woods. The program concludes with footage and audience reactions from renowned classical violinist Joshua Bell's tour kickoff performance in Montreal.
Directors & creators
Mountain Lake PBS
Subjects
public broadcasting, AAPB, Adrien Girouard, World War II, Veterans, Bronze Star, Tupper Lake, New York, Military history, Steven L. Smith, Guitars, Luthier, Acoustic guitars, Woodworking, Adirondacks, Brant Lake, Joshua Bell, Violin, Classical music, Montreal, Mountain Lake PBS, Local history, Craftsmanship
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