Nigel Simeone
The Leonard Bernstein Letters
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300205442
- author:
- Nigel Simeone
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 624
- Dimensions:
- 4.4 x 13.3 x 21 cm
- Genre:
- Music, Stage & Screen, Music, Styles
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Leonard Bernstein's letters offer a unique glimpse into the life of one of 20th-century music's most complex and fascinating figures. This collection presents a wide-ranging selection of his correspondence, revealing insights into his passions, musical and personal interests, and relationships with those close to him.
The letters span Bernstein's many pursuits, including his work as a conductor, composer, and film scorer, as well as his personal life and politics. With correspondents ranging from fellow musicians and collaborators to notable figures like Bette Davis and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, this book provides a rich and nuanced portrait of a man whose life was marked by both creativity and turmoil.
With many letters previously unpublished, this collection offers a fresh perspective on Bernstein's life and work. The result is a fascinating and enlightening read that sheds new light on the life of one of music's most enduring figures.
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