Author: Leonard Bernstein

The Joy of Music

Publisher: Amadeus Press
Category: Reference
Series: Amadeus
Format: Softcover

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.

Inventory # : 00331660
UPC: 73999898408
ISBN: 1574671049
Width: 6"
Length: 9"
Height: 0.717"
Product Weight: 1.1 lbs.
Number of Pages: 320