Few people have had a greater impact on the performing arts in America than William Schuman. President of The Juilliard School from 1945 to 1961 and of Lincoln Center from 1962 to 1968, Schuman was not only an “artistic catalyst,” instrumental in shaping how America perceived and supported the performing arts, but was also a prolific composer known for the vitality, lyricism, and humanistic qualities of his music.
Listen as Joseph W. Polisi joins Soundcheck on WNYC to talk about one the most powerful figures in 20th-century arts administration, and his book, “American Muse: The Life and Times of William Schuman.” Read the related article.
Click here to watch a video interview of Dr. Polisi and KPAC 88.3 host John Clare taken at at the the Juilliard School in New York City about the great American composer and administrator. And click here for an interview with the American Music Center’s Frank J. Oteri and Dr. Polisi.
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