The pioneering African-American composer William Grant Still (1895-1978) ranks among the greatest composers born and educated in the United States, rivaled only by Leonard Bernstein in the variety of his output. American Symphony Orchestra Music Director Leonard Botstein joins us to discuss this under-appreciated genius and the upcoming concert “Revisiting William Grant Still” at Lincoln Center.
Event
REVISITING WILLIAM GRANT STILL
Leon Botstein conducts the American Symphony Orchestra
At Avery Fisher Hall
132 W 65th St
Sunday, March 22nd at 3 pm
Ticket info here or at 866.811.4111
Event
REVISITING WILLIAM GRANT STILL
Leon Botstein conducts the American Symphony Orchestra
At Avery Fisher Hall
132 W 65th St
Sunday, March 22nd at 3 pm
Ticket info here or at 866.811.4111
Guests:
Leonard Botstein
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Comments [2]
I played Still's Afro-AMerican symphony in youth orchestra years ago and I was not so impressed. But recently I heard his Fourth symphony (on WNYC i might add) and wow. He is being mis-served by being only know by the 1st. Also the suite for Alto saxophone and piano is extrodinary
I discovered Mr. Still a year ago. Ever since then his compositions have not left my mp3 player. In fact, I listened to "Afro-American Symphony," "In Memorium" and "Africa (Symphonic Poems)" during this morning's commute. I also listen regularly to his "Symphony No. 2."
I look forward to listening to the segment.
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