Leonard Bernstein is remembered as an exceptionally talented conductor, composer and teacher. His 鈥淵oung People鈥檚 Concerts鈥� television series exposed millions of American children to classical music, and his message that music is for everyone struck a chord with many communities.
Bernstein鈥檚 legacy lives on in his music and in those he inspired, including his son Alexander Bernstein and accomplished pianist . Downes has embarked on a project called 鈥溾�� to collect and increase exposure to American music. She also created a tribute called 鈥淎nniversaries for Lenny,鈥� which pays homage to Leonard Bernstein in what would have been his centennial year.
Downes will presents his music and newly commissioned pieces with Alexander Bernstein on Sunday, Sept. 17 at 2 p.m. at the , and on Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. at the building in Raleigh. Host Frank Stasio talks with Alexander Bernstein, Chamber Music Raleigh Executive Director Jackson Cooper, and Lara Downes about Leonard Bernstein鈥檚 inspiring legacy.
