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Leonard Bernstein's Young people's concerts with the New York Philharmonic, Vol. 2

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Leonard Bernstein's Young people's concerts with the New York Philharmonic, Vol. 2

Language

eng

Characteristic

videorecording

Main title

Leonard Bernstein's Young people's concerts with the New York Philharmonic

Medium

videorecording

Oclc number

1242029844

Runtime

900

Summary

Volume two comprises seventeen episodes of the legendary series, which remains unmatched until today. Awarded three Emmys, these concerts left their mark on television history. Aired at prime time on CBS from 1958 to 1972, 52 one-hour programs were written and hosted by Leonard Bernstein. With the New York Philharmonic and guest artists providing the live music, these programs brought musical concepts and music history to life for generations of viewers

Table Of Contents

Disc 1. What is sonata form? ; A tribute to Sibelius ; Musical atoms : a study of intervals ; The sound of an orchestra -- Disc 2. A birthday tribute to Shostakovich ; What is a mode? ; A toast to Vienna in 3/4 time ; Quiz-concert : how musical are you? ; Berlioz take a trip -- Disc 3. Two ballet birds ; Fidelio : A celebration of life ; Unusual instruments of the present, past & future ; Overtures and preludes ; Aaron Copland birthday party -- Disc 4. 3 episodes of Young Performers featuring among others Claudio Abbado and André Watts

Technique

live action

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Young people's concerts with the New York Philharmonic

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