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Story Publication logo February 25, 2025

Watch the Trailer for 'Sparni'

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A young musician is dedicated to the vibraphone while battling mental illness.

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Video by Ania Gruszczyńska and Nathan Siegelaub. United States, 2023.

Pierce “Sparni” Sparnroft, a promising, young jazz vibraphonist, prepares for a culminating concert and a career on stage—all while grappling with mental illness. Sparni was produced by 2024 Columbia University Reporting Fellows Ania Gruszczyńska and Nathan Siegelaub.

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