Strings Across Pueblo: The Violin Conspiracy and the Art of Connection with Aaron Zimola

In this special State of Art episode, host Bree Pappan welcomes musician and lecturer Aaron Zimola, who joins the Pueblo City-County Library District’s All Pueblo Reads 2025 celebration of The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb.

Aaron, now celebrating his first year living in Pueblo, shares his journey of discovering our community, exploring housing opportunities, investments, and the welcoming spirit that defines the city. He takes listeners on an inspiring exploration of Pueblo’s cultural institutions, offering a fresh appreciation for the creative treasures that make this region so unique.

Their conversation bridges literature, history, and place, connecting Slocumb’s story of music and identity to Colorado’s own "Stradivarius of the West," George W. Fisk. The episode concludes with Aaron’s violin performance, a reflection of craftsmanship, passion, and the power of art to unite us all.

What an episode!