As a composer, conductor, and educator, Leonard Bernstein’s contributions left a tremendous impact on American classical and popular music. Ravinia celebrates his centenary.
Ravinia Announces 2-Year Bernstein Celebration, Curated by Conductor Marin Alsop
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In 2015, former President Barack Obama awarded Shirley with the National Medal of Arts.
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