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Music a sanctuary amid the shelling for Syrian pianist

Mark Bounja plays at the Anglican church near his Sydney home

Mark Bounja plays at the Anglican church near his Sydney home Source: SBS

The Syrian war has produced countless cases of heartbreak, turmoil and despair.


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The Syrian war has produced countless cases of heartbreak, turmoil and despair.


But sometimes, stories emerge that show the strength of the Syrian people.

The latest comes from a gifted young pianist who now calls Australia home.


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