Leonard Bernstein : American original : how a modern Renaissance man transformed music and the world during his New York Philharmonic years, 1943-1976 / Burton Bernstein and Barbara B. Haws.
| Author/creator | Bernstein, Burton |
| Other author | Haws, Barbara B. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | 1st edition. |
| Publication Info | New York, NY : Collins, ©2008. |
| Description | xvii, 223 pages : illustrations, music ; 25 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Helluva town: my New York 1943 to 1976 / Alan Rich. A brother's recollection: on the town -- Leonard Bernstein: humanitarian and social activist / Paul Boyer. A brother's recollection: paying the price -- Bernstein's musicals: reflections of the time / Carol J. Oja. A brother's recollection: easy laughter of a grand wit -- Leonard Bernstein and television: envisioning a higher purpose / Tim Page. A brother's recollection: the maestro's new medium -- Leonard Bernstein's separate peace with Berlin / Burton Bernstein -- An idealist abroad / Jonathan Rosenberg -- As music director: a quest for meaning and identity / Joseph Horowitz. A brother's recollection: charismatic teacher, consummate performer -- On the podium: intellect and ecstasy / Bill McGlaughlin -- Bernstein and Mahler: channeling a prophet / James M. Keller. A brother's recollection: Mahler's muse tempts another -- An American voice / John Adams -- Afterword / Burton Bernstein. |
| Abstract | A visual tribute to the life and career of the pioneering conductor evaluates his role as a first American-born and trained conductor of a major orchestra, in an account that analyzes his contributions in a range of venues. |
| General note | Includes index. |
| LCCN | 2008013702 |
| ISBN | 9780061537868 |
| ISBN | 0061537861 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Music Stacks | ML410.B566 B47 2008 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |