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THE LYRIC FEATURE – Leonard Bernstein A Memoir Part 2

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RTÉ lyric fm celebrates the centenary of Leonard Bernstein’s birth with a series of features highlighting the vital influence Bernstein exerted as conductor, composer, educator, writer and broadcaster, an influence that continues to this day. Jon Tolansky who played under Bernstein’s baton, shares memories of his extraordinary effect on musicians in discussion with composers, conductors, orchestral players, solo instrumentalists, solo singers and others who collaborated with him. Among the contributors are musicians from the London Symphony Orchestra, New York Philharmonic Orchestra, and Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, baritone Thomas Hampson, mezzo-soprano Marilyn Horne, conductor Marin Alsop, conductor Derek Gleeson, conductor and teacher Adrian Adlam, and film composer and personal friend Ady Cohen. The programmes also feature a unique recording of Bernstein in conversation with Chicago broadcaster Studs Terkel in 1985 and extracts from his pioneering and legendary talks and lectures.

RTÉ lyric fm, Sunday 15th April, 6pm-7pm