Description
EThe Artist as CitizenE is a compilation of Joseph W. Polisi's articles and speeches from his more than three-decade tenure as president of the Juilliard School. Ranging from inspirational to humorous to political his writings focus on the role of the performing artist as a leader and communicator of human values.THThe collection provides an insider's view of the state of the performing arts and performing arts education in our society. Much needs to be accomplished to keep the classical performing arts alive for future generations and Polisi world-renowned in his field of performing arts education guides the way. He also addresses the important role that Juilliard plays in the workings of Lincoln Center in New York City and the politics and personalities involved in governing the world's greatest performing arts center.THThis inspiring incisive and entertaining book has been updated with several new speeches and extensively revised chapters. It is a must-read for educators performers and anyone who cares about the future of the performing arts in America.
About the Author
JOSEPH W. POLISI became the sixth president of The Juilliard School in September 1984. Previously, he was dean of the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, dean of faculty at the Manhattan School of Music, and executive officer of the Yale University School of Music. As a bassoonist, he has performed throughout the United States in solo and chamber performances, and he has recorded a solo album of 20th century bassoon music for Crystal Records. He is the author of American Muse: The Life and Times of William Schuman (Amadeus Press). In 2010, Polisi founded Juilliard Global, a program to bring Juilliard expertise to selected sites around the world. Following several years of development, in 2014 he founded Juilliard Global Ventures, a major initiative to provide access to Juilliard education in new geographies and for a wide array of learners, through site-based and digital education.
Book Information
ISBN 9781574674866
Author Joseph W. Polisi
Format Hardback
Page Count 212
Imprint Amadeus Press
Publisher Hal Leonard Corporation
Weight(grams) 526g
Dimensions(mm) 236mm * 160mm * 19mm
About the Author
JOSEPH W. POLISI became the sixth president of The Juilliard School in September 1984. Previously, he was dean of the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, dean of faculty at the Manhattan School of Music, and executive officer of the Yale University School of Music. As a bassoonist, he has performed throughout the United States in solo and chamber performances, and he has recorded a solo album of 20th century bassoon music for Crystal Records. He is the author of American Muse: The Life and Times of William Schuman (Amadeus Press). In 2010, Polisi founded Juilliard Global, a program to bring Juilliard expertise to selected sites around the world. Following several years of development, in 2014 he founded Juilliard Global Ventures, a major initiative to provide access to Juilliard education in new geographies and for a wide array of learners, through site-based and digital education.
Book Information
ISBN 9781574674866
Author Joseph W. Polisi
Format Hardback
Page Count 212
Imprint Amadeus Press
Publisher Hal Leonard Corporation
Weight(grams) 526g
Dimensions(mm) 236mm * 160mm * 19mm
