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. At the age of 92, Tom Lehrer, a renowned musical satirist, educator, and mathematician, released all of his music to the public domain.

Feb 6, 2023•1 min read

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At the age of 92, Tom Lehrer, a renowned musical satirist, educator, and mathematician, released all of his music to the public domain.

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