History of Leonard Bernstein

[beshotep]

I loved Lennie, since I first saw him on TV explaining Bach and showing so many ways in which Bach can be performed. I was only 12, He has been my hero ever since. I had the immense privilege of seeing him live in Zagreb in 1980ish. I am 56 now, and still Lennie is one of my greatest musical heros.

[boeingguy223]

Forgive me if you get mad at this question, But have Leonard Bernstein and Herbert Von Karajan to ever get a chance to meet?

[LifeJuice90]

I was never a fan of Lenny's. But listened to his 58 recording of Rite Of Spring. I was sold.

[gatomjp]

He is one of my great heros. I miss him very much.

[Cramnella]

I miss-read your comment as, "... great hair-dos" which might also be true.

[mikepulcinella]

LOL! With him that is appropriate!

[billyguns2]

Bernstein was a human volcano of kinetic energy; he had more energy and enthusiasm than the average person, and he always brought an unmistakable warmth and passion to his music making. He was without doubt America's greatest conductor.

[ipublica]

I have never seen somebody who died as such a handsome man, except Picasso. It's a miracle to me. It shows that focusing on art is what keeps us the most young and alive!

[BerlinerStadtschloss]

@ipublica Picasso was not only ugly, he pulled the world`s leg with his rubbish. Better substitute your remark with Dali oder Karajan. But regarding Bernstein, I agree - but wait until I reach this age ;O) !

[InSaneTK]

VomitAlldeals= Dumb LOL

[marti807]

We miss you greatly, Lenny! God bless you.

[metalman1278]

he was a great man who will always be remembered in the hearts of all those who have a great heart

for when someone dies we dont lose them but we do have to work harder to stay close to em

U can do this by rembering and honerin the name Leonard Bernstein

[antonio6773]

Qué pena que no exista un video de aquel legendario Concierto Final el 12 de Agosto de 1990.

[band1163]

What a genius. Lenny was awesome at so many things...from his compositions, conducting, teaching, etc. If you want to model your music career after someone, he sure whas the one to do it.

[belgallego]

Muchos anyos atrás gocé leyendo su libro The Joy of Music. Berstein un verdadero renacentista.

[BilGru]

I grew up learning to love classical music watching his Young People's Concerts on TV on Sunday afternoons. This was a truly great man.

[JAnthony37]

Leonard Bernstein personified the JOY of music. He was a man who lived his life with PASSION. Unforgettable!

[tomessu2002]

We should all stand up and give Bernstein applaud.

[Jeet226]

Certainly one of the most brilliant men to walk this Earth in the last 100 years..an absolute inspiration!