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The New York Philharmonic: From Bernstein to Maazel (Amadeus),Used
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The New York Philharmonic, from Bernstein to Maazel continues the story of America's oldest orchestra as told in Howard Shanet's Philharmonic: A History of New York's Orchestra. That volume ended with the 197071 season, just before the arrival of Pierre Boulez as music director.Obviously, much has happened since. This book begins, however, with a retrospective account of the controversial last years of the tenure of Dimitri Mitropoulos and the ascendancy of Leonard Bernstein to the music directorship. Having been a Philharmonic assistant conductor during Bernstein's tenure, and an inveterate Philharmonic watcher ever since, the author brings some personal insights to the story as well as moments of humor.A subtheme of the book concerns the way the Philharmonic and its music directors have been treated by the New York press, the Times in particular. Howard Taubman's attacks on Mitropoulos, Harold Schonberg's on Bernstein, and Donal Henahan's on Zubin Mehta are all covered here, as are the writings of various critics on those and other conductors, and on the orchestra itself.The New York Philharmonic is the only orchestra ever to undertake a foreign tour solely on the initiative of its musicians, without benefit or support from management. How this came about is chronicled, as are the opening of Lincoln Center, the Parks Concerts, Promenades, Prospective Encounters, Rug Concerts, tours, and, of course, the subscription seasons. John Canarina shows how the New York Philharmonic weathered extraordinary ups and downs during this period, while remaining a vital component of New York's cultural life.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The New York Philharmonic: From Bernstein to Maazel'? A: The main theme of the book is the history of the New York Philharmonic, focusing on its evolution from the tenure of Dimitri Mitropoulos through Leonard Bernstein and Pierre Boulez, while also examining the orchestra's interactions with the New York press.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is John Canarina, who has a background as an assistant conductor with the Philharmonic and offers personal insights into the orchestra's history.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 526 pages, offering a comprehensive overview of the New York Philharmonic's history.
- Q: When was 'The New York Philharmonic: From Bernstein to Maazel' published? A: The book was published on September 1, 2010.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone unfamiliar with classical music? A: Yes, the book is written in an engaging style that includes personal insights and humor, making it accessible to those who may not have a deep background in classical music.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', which typically means it shows some signs of wear but is still usable and intact.
- Q: Does the book cover the New York Philharmonic's international tours? A: Yes, the book chronicles the unique circumstances surrounding the Philharmonic's foreign tours, specifically highlighting the musicians' initiative.
- Q: Are there any notable anecdotes or personal stories included? A: Yes, John Canarina shares personal anecdotes and insights from his experience with the Philharmonic, adding depth and relatability to the historical narrative.
- Q: What aspects of the Philharmonic's history does the book focus on? A: The book focuses on significant events, changes in leadership, interactions with the press, and the orchestra's role in New York's cultural life, including concerts and tours.