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The Arts as an Ultimate Form of Humanity, and Humanness
by Christina Jones
  • August 27, 2026
  • 6 mins story
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1. How are recent shifts in culture, politics or funding influencing the role of the arts in democratic life—and how are individuals and communities responding through creativity and engagement?
Christina Jones, a professional cellist who trained with master cellist Peter Wiley at The Bard Conservatory of Music.
Christina Jones won the University of Cambridge 2021 Instrumental Award, and had the official, lifelong title of “Scholar” conferred upon her by the Mistress of Girton College.
Christina Jones with her quartet, Triple L-C, at The Bard Conservatory of Music (where she studied privately with master cellist Peter Wiley).
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Democracy & the Arts