Many of his teeth were still attached and this helped Viktor Deak determine the shape of the face.

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Mr. JOHN DEAK (Principal Bassist, New York Philharmonic Orchestra): Half of the orchestra was bursting with tears, including myself.

NPR: Orchestra Director Sees 'Tiny Step' in North Korea

The Philharmonic's principal bassist, John Deak, said when the musicians started leaving the stage, the North Koreans started waving at them.

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It's Drucker's joy for playing that impresses his colleagues, like Jon Deak, a 40-year veteran of the bass section, who's retiring this June as well.

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"He doesn't play any note straight, " Deak says.

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John Deak is the philharmonic's principal bassist.

NPR: Orchestra Director Sees 'Tiny Step' in North Korea