Life and works of Leonard Bernstein - consummate musician, one of 20th century's most celebrated conductors, and famous for creation of "West Side Story".

Feb 1, 2008 - Tel Asiado

While music has celebrated the friendship between Leonard Bernstein and the 'Dean' of American composers, Aaron Copland, it has overlooked a tie of equal importance.

Oct 8, 2009 - Paul-John Ramos

The program strengthens the vibrant musical director's repertoire with the LA Phil as he continues to cultivate a coterie of new and returning admirers.

Jan 9, 2011 - Paula Edelstein

Leonard Bernstein, from his earliest days, maintained a commitment to American opera.

Oct 24, 2009 - Paul-John Ramos

Antonin Dvorák wrote his 9th Symphony in the spirit of America's search for a particular national identity. Though perhaps inaccurate, his symphony remains ever popular.

Sep 27, 2006 - Sarah Canice Funke

Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet and mezzo-soprano Kelley O'Connor are featured artists in the fifth program of LA Phil's AMERICAS and AMERICANS Festival

Apr 24, 2010 - Paula Edelstein

It will be 20 years ago in September that Virgil Thomson died at age 92, leaving behind plenty of scores that typify Americana, his first symphony among them.

Jun 26, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

Accompanied by pianist Jon Parker, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra performs Leonard Bernstein, Samuel Barber, and Gershwin's jazz hit, Rhapsody in Blue.

Oct 12, 2010 - Michelle Wright

The Los Angeles Philharmonic, Jean-Yves Thibaudet and Cynthia Millar perform the vast ten-movement 80-minute symphony.

Oct 15, 2010 - Paula Edelstein

From the mathematical Boulez to the playful Satie to the nationalist Sibelius to the jazz-influenced Gershwin to the minimalist Reich, the 20th-century offers diversity.

Dec 29, 2006 - Sarah Canice Funke

Dutch-born Edo de Waart is scheduled to replace Andreas Delfs as the Milwaukee Symphony's Music Director, and will begin phasing in over the next couple of years.

Jan 5, 2008 - Sarah Canice Funke

Before Symphonic Metamorphosis and Mathis der Maler, Paul Hindemith perfected his inimitable voice with a powerful work that maximized the capabilities of two sections.

Jul 29, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

One hundred and eighteen years ago Scottish steel magnate Andrew Carnegie donated the money that made Carnegie Hall one of the most famous buildings in the world.

Oct 20, 2008 - Anya Laurence

In his fifth season as music director, Michael Stern is revitalizing the Kansas City Symphony with sharp programming and top-notch performances.

Sep 30, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

His originality still hasn't gained full acceptance, but these two short orchestral pieces are a good starting point to understanding the music of Charles Ives.

Nov 19, 2009 - Alex Hoffman

Alan Stepansky is a noted cellist, teacher and chamber music mentor. He has played under such conductors as Leonard Bernstein, Zubin Mehta and Kurt Masur.

Nov 1, 2010 - Anya Laurence

Conductors have been described as temperamental, brutal, gentle, humorous, wild, serene, egotistical and humble. It's time to find out if any of that is true.

Feb 11, 2010 - Anya Laurence

Maureen Forrester's is being celebrated in Stratford. The star contralto died more than 1 year ago; she would have turned 81 on July 25, 2011

Jul 25, 2011 - Marcus Hondro

In Vail, Colorado, the Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival featured performances by the Rochester Philharmonic, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic.

Aug 11, 2007 - Sarah Canice Funke

Schuman dedicated his life to the power of the arts, either through his own music or through his leadership at the Juilliard School and Lincoln Center.

Aug 2, 2010 - Alex Hoffman