Leading tones reflections on music, musicians, and the music industry / Leonard Slatkin.

Author/creator Slatkin, Leonard
Format Electronic
Publication InfoMilwaukee, WI : Amadeus Press, an imprint of Hal Leonard, 2017.
Descriptionviii, 304 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Supplemental ContentFull text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete
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Contents pt. 1. Living with music. Overtures ; An American in Lyon ; Pieces for a lifetime ; The Ten -- pt. 2. Six of the best. Eugene Ormandy ; Nathan Milstein ; John Browning ; Isaac Stern ; Gilbert Kaplan ; John Williams -- Interlude one : the mind wanders -- pt. 3. THe business of music. The audition : a cautionary tale ; Stop the music ; I'll puff... ; The rock and the hard place ; ...and I'll huff ; What's news? -- Interlude two : Lagniappe -- pt. 4. Wrapping up. Slatkin on Slatkin ; Two codettas and a last word.
Abstract A renowned conductor's insight into the world of music. Leading Tones is a glimpse into several aspects of the musical world. There are portions devoted to Leonard Slatkin's life as a musician and conductor, portraits of some of the outstanding artists with whom he has worked, as well as anecdotes and stories both personal and professional. Much of the book discusses elements of the industry that are troubling and difficult during this first part of the 21st century. Auditions, critics, fiscal concerns, and labor negotiations are all matters that today's conductors must be aware of, and this book provides helpful suggested solutions. Leading Tones is intended not only for musicians, but also for the music lover who wishes to know more about what goes into being a conductor.
General noteIncludes index.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2017019204
ISBN9781495091896 hardcover)
UPC 888680675523
Publisher numberHL00230871 Amadeus Press, an imprint of Hal Leonard

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