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Colombian musician Cesar Lopez turns guns into instruments for peace

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Colombian musician Cesar Lopez employs music as a weapon against war, by fashioning hybrid guitars out of guns. Last year the Colombian government and the FARC – the country’s oldest rebel army – signed a peace agreement ending 53-years of internal conflict. Emily Wright has more from the Colombian capital Bogotá.

The 'Escopetarra' on display at the United Nations Headquarters. This 'gun-guitar' was invented by Colombian musician César López in 2003.
The 'Escopetarra' on display at the United Nations Headquarters. This 'gun-guitar' was invented by Colombian musician César López in 2003. mskyrider/CC/Wikimedia
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