The Southwest Florida Symphony, the only professional orchestra in Lee County and fourth oldest in the state, is excited to host “Leonard Bernstein: Citizen Artist” on Wednesday, Nov. 1. The event begins at 7 p.m. at Temple Beth El, 16225 Winkler Road in Fort Myers. Proceeds support the Southwest Florida Symphony.

The program features author, narrator and filmmaker Jamie Bernstein, daughter of acclaimed composer-conductor Leonard Bernstein. The presentation explores her father’s life and legacy through four categories – conductor, composer, educator and activist-humanitarian – highlighting audio and video clips, as well as images culled from Leonard Bernstein’s vast archive at The Library of Congress.

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Narrator, writer, and broadcaster Jamie Bernstein explores the life and legacy of her father, Leonard Bernstein, composer of this season’s Candide. In conversation with Artistic and General Director, Rob Ainsley, Ms. Bernstein discuss the American Master’s life as conductor, composer, pianist, educator, and humanitarian, with performances of his music from the Glimmerglass Young Artists.

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From WNYC Radio

Starting April 5 2023: For more than 180 years, the New York Philharmonic has been making history here in the city we call home. The NY Phil Story: Made in New York is a podcast about the people, the music, and the city behind America's oldest orchestra. Host Jamie Bernstein takes you backstage and into the archives to hear the untold stories of the Philharmonic–right from the very beginning. Each episode, we'll go behind the scenes of an iconic performance, speak to current Philharmonic musicians about how they carry on the orchestra's legacy, and hear the music that inspired it all.

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A well-known insomniac for whom night was a time for creativity and friendship, deep introspection and revelry, the iconic Leonard Bernstein worked incessantly, often entertaining friends and guests late into the night and dazzling them with charismatic performances across a wide range of musical styles. Late Night with Leonard Bernstein is hosted by his daughter Jamie and features three internationally-acclaimed artists – soprano Amy Burton and pianists John Musto and Michael Boriskin. A scintillating and affectionate multimedia portrait of the personal side of this charismatic, singularly public figure, this vibrant production has captivated sold-out audiences across the U.S. since it premiered at Lincoln Center. The program weaves together a warm-hearted, revealing script, a video slideshow of rare photographs of the legendary artist and his family, friends, and colleagues, and Bernstein’s most intimate (and favorite) music, along with personal stories and even audio and film clips of the Maestro himself.

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The McKnight Center for the Performing Arts in its 2022-2023 Season welcomes Jamie Bernstein and guest musicians to the stage to delve into the life of one of the most influential figures in American classical music, Leonard Bernstein.

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Join Breck Film and the National Repertory Orchestra (NRO) for an interactive conversation with Jamie Bernstein, author, narrator, filmmaker and daughter of composer Leonard Bernstein, and NRO Music Director Michael Stern after the screening of Steven Spielberg’s film West Side Story (2021).

The film is an adaption of the 1956 musical. West Side Story is a musical conceived by Jerome Robbins with music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and a book by Arthur Laurents. West Side Story explores forbidden love and the rivalry between the Jets and the Sharks, two teenage street gangs of different ethnic backgrounds.

General Admission
The NRO will NOT be playing a live score with the film.
Film run time: 2.5 hours; intermission: 10-15 minutes; post-film discussion: 30 minutes
Rated: PG-13

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Featuring 
Bill Charlap and the Bill Charlap Rrio

with author Jamie Bernstein and host Ted Chapin

West Side Story. Candide. On the Town. Leonard Bernstein composed some of the most memorable theater scores of his generation—but who was the man behind the music? Join us for a thought-provoking evening of Bernstein songs and stories in this edition of Conversations in Concert, hosted by theater insider Ted Chapin.

Jamie Bernstein will pull back the curtain of her father’s complex persona, sharing intimate moments and childhood memories from her book, Famous Father Girl: A Memoir of Growing Up Bernstein.

Jazz pianist Bill Charlap & the Bill Charlap Trio will perform Bernstein classics, including “America,” “Lucky To Be Me,” “Some Other Time,” “Glitter and be Gay,” “Somewhere,” and “Cool.”

Don’t miss this joyful tribute to America’s most iconic composer-conductor.

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With guests Jamie Bernstein and Marina Mahler

This is a live, interactive online course about the music of Gustav Mahler. Meet Thomas Hampson and special guests including Marina Mahler, Jamie Bernstein, Mahler-biographer Jens Malte Fischer, and musicologist Morten Solvik and join them on an in-depth exploration of Mahler’s works through his songs.

You will receive access to live lectures and Question & Answer sessions, special assignments tailored to the course objectives, online hangouts with the instructor and classmates, access to exclusive musical materials, and invitation-only opportunities to connect with Thomas and other guests in person around special Mahler anniversary events. Course materials and media will be made available for unlimited access.

Each of the 4 course sessions will consist of:

Live presentation by Thomas Hampson

• Live discussion with a guest artist and Mahler expert

• Short break

• Interactive Question & Answer forum

• The sessions will be between 90 and 120 minutes long.

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Rock Musicians Rufus Wainwright, Ben Folds, Tim Reynolds and More Lend Their Voices to Free Virtual Concert for Colorectal Cancer Awareness

The American College of Gastroenterology offers an open invitation to all to enjoy a free virtual event, “Tune It Up: A Concert To Raise Colorectal Cancer Awareness,” on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 8 pm EDT featuring dynamic performances by a talented collective of musicians.

The virtual concert includes messages from celebrity cancer advocate Katie Couric and performances by notable stars such as Rufus Wainwright and Ben Folds, along with a group of musicians from a wide range of genres who all donated their time and performances to support colorectal cancer awareness efforts. ACG’s goal is to tap the connection and energy that music creates to shine a light on the importance of colorectal cancer screening and prevention.

This free event is open to all for an evening of rock, jazz, hip-hop, Broadway, and classical music performed by acclaimed musicians. The concert includes performances and special video appearances, including introductions to several performances from Jamie Bernstein (author, narrator, filmmaker, and daughter of Leonard Bernstein) and actors from The Mandalorian and Mad Men.

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Featuring
Bill Charlap and The Bill Charlap Trio
author Jamie Bernstein and host Ted Chapin

West Side Story. Candide. On the Town. Leonard Bernstein composed some of the most memorable theater scores of his generation—but who was the man behind the music? Join us for a thought-provoking evening of Bernstein songs and stories in this edition of Conversations in Concert, hosted by theater insider Ted Chapin.

Jamie Bernstein will pull back the curtain of her father’s complex persona, sharing intimate moments and childhood memories from her book, Famous Father Girl: A Memoir of Growing Up Bernstein.

Jazz pianist Bill Charlap & the Bill Charlap Trio will perform Bernstein classics, including “America,” “Lucky To Be Me,” “Some Other Time,” “Glitter and be Gay,” “Somewhere,” and “Cool.”

Don’t miss this joyful tribute to America’s most iconic composer-conductor.

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