LEONARD BERNSTEIN: An American Life Audio Documentary The Acclaimed Peabody Award Winning Series produced by Steve Rowland, written by Larry Abrams: resource

This is the complete, 11-hour, documentary, as heard on over 700 public radio stations, presenting a remarkable portrait of Leonard Bernstein through exclusive celebrity and family interviews, rare archival recordings and unpublished, historic correspondence. ArtistOwned is proud to be the exclusive source for this unique and comprehensive retelling of Bernstein history.

Leonard Bernstein: An American Life is the most detailed biography of the great composer/conductor/social activist ever created for broadcast. Over 7 years in production, created by oral historian and veteran documentary producer Steve Rowland. Written by Larry Abrams. The series looks at the creative life of one of the 20th Century’s great musical geniuses – from his thrilling debut with the NY Philharmonic at age 25, the creation of West Side Story, his Young People’s Concerts on TV, The Norton Lectures and his impact on conductors, composers and fans all over the world. Hear excerpts of nearly 100 exclusive interviews, including Stephen Sondheim, Rostropovich, Comden & Green, Bobby McFerrin, John Adams, Marin Alsop, Lukas Foss, George Plimpton, Michael Feinstein, Ned Rorem and the Bernstein family.

The series includes interviews with Bernstein, TV and radio appearances, live recordings, unpublished letters to and from Bernstein, rare family tapes, and excerpts of Bernstein’s greatest recordings. It creates a rich, deep and 3-dimensional portrait of a complex and constantly searching artist, one who greatly affected contemporary culture.

This masterpiece isn’t just for fans of Leonard Bernstein. Any lover of the arts, music history or big bold personalities that have changed 20th century popular culture will cherish Leonard Bernstein: An American Life.

Order by midnight December 20th to guarantee delivery by December 24, 2009. Available now in limited quantities. Order now for an unforgettable holiday gift!

Two options to choose from: an 11 CD set- $88 (reg. $100) including free ground shipping or digital MP3 download for $45.