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Daddy Daaé

Christine's deceased father, a famous violinist who told her stories of the Angel of Music.

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Also known as Daddy, old M. Daaé, M. Daaé

First appearance: The Enchanted Violin

Daddy Daaé shows up with force in The Enchanted Violin. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Christine's deceased father, a great violinist, buried in Perros; his violin is heard playing at midnight.
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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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