Leonard Bernstein (/ ˈbɜːrnstaɪn / BURN-styne; [1] born Louis Bernstein; August 25, 1918 – October 14, 1990) was an American conductor, composer, pianist, music educator, author, …

Nov 4, 2025 · Leonard Bernstein was an American conductor, composer, and pianist noted for his accomplishments in both classical and popular music, for his flamboyant conducting style, and …

An overview of the life and career of composer, conductor, educator, and humanitarian, Leonard Bernstein.

Dec 20, 2023 · Leonard Bernstein was one of the most celebrated and acclaimed composers of the 20 th century. Best known for composing the Broadway musical West Side Story, his …

Dec 12, 2025 · Johnathan Larson and Leonard Bernstein had huge successes on Broadway, from "West Side Story" to "Rent." Their vibrant careers are preserved in the Library's Music …

Dec 20, 2023 · American conductor and composer Leonard Bernstein is one of classical music history’s most significant figures. Born in 1918, Bernstein was an acclaimed conductor, …

Leonard Bernstein (August 25, 1918 – October 14, 1990) was an American composer, conductor, pianist, teacher, and writer. He is known as one of the most important conductors of the …

Best known for his Broadway hit West Side Story, he was one of the first American-born and educated conductors to gain international acclaim. Bernstein first heard a symphony …

Oct 14, 1990 · Leonard Bernstein was multi-talented as a performer (his earliest aspirations were as a pianist), composer, conductor, lecturer, author, and teacher. He announced his retirement …

Leonard Bernstein (/ ˈbɜːrnstaɪn / BURN-styne; [1] born Louis Bernstein; August 25, 1918 – October 14, 1990) was an American conductor, composer, pianist, music educator, author, …