Jefferson and the violin

It is always wonderful and amazing to read about people who despite their busy lives managed to find time and a place for music in their lives. Thomas Jefferson is one of those people. He loved the violin so much that he made a carrying case that connected to his riding saddle so that the violin was handy during his travels. Now, I doubt that he played the violin and rode his horse but during breaks he found time to play. What an amazing image that makes.