Leonard Bernstein: Young People's Concerts

Synopsis

27 NEW EPISODES AVAILABLE // Awarded four Emmys and hailed by Variety as “a rare moment in the symbiosis of the arts and broadcasting”, Leonard Bernstein’s Young People’s Concerts left their mark on television history. Aired on CBS from 1958 to 1972, these 52 one-hour programmes were written and hosted by Leonard Bernstein. With the New York Philharmonic and guest artists providing the live music, these programmes brought musical concepts and music history to life for generations of viewers. In 27 “new” episodes of this legendary series, Bernstein presents famous masterpieces like Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, music from Paris, unusual instruments and young talented performers such as 16-year-old cellist Lynn Harrell (later one of the most famous cellists in the world …).

Additional Info

• No: A035051240000
• Conductor: Leonard Bernstein
• Orchestra: New York Philharmonic
• Production year: 1958-1972
• Run time: 52 x 55'
• Format: HDTV 16:9