Leonard Bernstein was a towering figure in American classical music, celebrated as a conductor, composer, and author. He achieved worldwide acclaim, a first for a US-born and educated conductor, notably through his tenure with the New York Philharmonic and its beloved Young People's Concerts. Beyond his conducting, Bernstein was a highly respected composer and formidable pianist whose television appearances reached a broad audience. He significantly championed American composers and inspired a generation of musicians.
Leonard Bernstein's Norton Lectures on the future course of music drew cheers from his Harvard audiences and television viewers. In the re-creation of his talks, the author considers music ranging from Hindu ragas through Mozart and Ravel to Copland, Shoenberg, and Stravinsky.
The revised edition celebrates the legacy of one of the most beloved musicals, featuring 13 newly arranged songs and insightful information about the plot and performance history of West Side Story. It includes facsimiles of Bernstein's original manuscripts and 16 pages of photos from various productions, making it a treasure for fans of Bernstein and musical theater alike. The book is suitable for musicians at difficulty levels 2-4.
(Vocal Selections). Music from Wonderful Town has been out of print for more than 40 years, so we are very proud to present this new edition of the brilliant musical comedy currently running in an acclaimed Broadway revival! The music by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green tell the story of two sisters who move from Ohio to Greenwich Village. After many hardships of adjustment, they find New York to be a "Wonderful Town." The original run of the show opened in 1953 and starred Rosalind Russell, and the Broadway revival, which opened on November 23, 2003, stars Donna Murphy. The cast recording is being released by DRG Records. Our songbook includes 10 songs: Ohio * One Hundred Easy Ways * What a Waste * A Little Bit in Love * Pass That Football * A Quiet Girl * My Darlin' Eileen * Swing * It's Love * The Wrong Note Rag. Features a preface by Comden and Green, and a complete plot synopsis.
On January 18, 1958, the Columbia Broadcasting Corporation aired the first of Leonard Bernstein's 53 Young People's Concerts with the New York Philharmonic. So successful were these performance lessons that they ran for over a decade on television. This book brings back into print a classic collection of the best of the best of these Emmy and Peabody Award-winning lectures. A total of 15 lectures are presented here in full. Here is the century's most unique musician and teacher, explaining beautifully and clearly the joy of music in a way that grasps the attention of all. Every aspect of music is so cleverly presented that everyone, regardless of age, culture, or educational background, will enjoy and understand it.
Mit der Uraufführung 1957 begann die beispiellose Erfolgsgeschichte der „West Side Story“. Die Idee zu einer zeitgenössischen Adaption des „Romeo-und-Julia“-Stoffes hatten Leonard Bernstein und Jerome Robbins, und die Arbeit des Komponisten mit Arthur Laurents (Buch) und Stephen Sondheim (Gesangstexte) brachte ein mitreißendes Stück modernen Musiktheaters hervor, in dem Drama, Gesang und Ballett eine neuartige künstlerische Verbindung eingingen. So zählt die „West Side Story“ bis heute zum Repertoire der großen Theater und ist bei jeder Neuinszenierung Herausforderung für die Interpreten wie Magnet für das Publikum. Kurt Pahlen stellt den originalen Dialog- und Songtexten die deutsche Übertragung des Librettos gegenüber und begleitet das musikalische und das äußere wie innere dramatische Geschehen des Werkes mit Hinweisen zu kompositorischer Struktur und Sinnzusammenhang. Eine kurze Inhaltsangabe, ein Abriss der Entstehungsgeschichte, Ausführungen zu Stoff und Geschichte stellen das Werk in einen Zusammenhang mit dem Gesamtschaffen des Komponisten und seiner Biographie und bieten eine umfassende, reich illustrierte Einführung.
The book features the complete vocal score of a beloved Bernstein work, meticulously based on the conducting score from the 1960 Columbia recording and the orchestral materials utilized in the 1992 Deutsche Grammophon recording. This edition offers a comprehensive resource for performers, capturing the essence of Bernstein's music through its detailed arrangement.
This classic work is perhaps Bernstein's finest collection of conversations on the meaning and wonder of music. This book is a must for all music fans who wish to experience music more fully and deeply through one of the most inspired, and inspiring, music intellects of our time. Employing the creative device of "Imaginary Conversations" in the first section of his book, Bernstein illuminates the importance of the symphony in America, the greatness of Beethoven, and the art of composing. The book also includes a photo section and a third section with the transcripts from his televised Omnibus music series, including "Beethoven's Fifth Symphony," "The World of Jazz," "Introduction to Modern Music," and "What Makes Opera Grand."
Exploring the vast landscape of music, this book delves into its diverse forms, cultural significance, and emotional impact. It examines various genres, styles, and the evolution of musical traditions across different societies. Through insightful analysis, it highlights the connections between music and human experience, illustrating how it shapes identities and fosters community. The work celebrates the rich tapestry of sounds that define our world, making it a compelling read for music lovers and scholars alike.
(Vocal Selections). Expanded edition based on the published vocal score, featuring a Bernstein biography, notes on the show and songs, and manuscript facsimiles. With 13 songs, including complete version of "Make Our Garden Grow."
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