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A group of three Oak Galls, or Oak Apples, on a small young oak tree.
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Oak gall ink was the most popular ink in Europe from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. The Book of Kells from A.D. 800, the Magna Carta, and the Declaration of Independence were all written in gall ink.
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The Batavia Madrigal Singers from Indonesia perform at Caras Park in Missoula during the Montana International Choral Festival, July 17, 2019.
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Montana Public Radio will be live on location for select events during the Montana International Choral Festival, held July 17–20, 2025, in Missoula. Join hosts Vicki Chaney and Michael Marsolek as they bring the joy of global choral music to listeners across Montana and beyond.
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