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Bruno Walter (1876-1962), one of the twentieth century's greatest
conductors, lived a fascinating life in difficult times. This
engrossing book is the first full-length biography of Walter in
English. Born in Berlin, Walter began his long and eventful career
in provincial theaters; his successes there led to positions at the
premier opera houses of Berlin and Vienna. Then for a decade he
served as Bavarian music director, conducting opera in three
theaters and giving symphonic concerts.
Erik Ryding and Rebecca Pechefsky tell of Walter's close friendship
with Gustav Mahler, his relations with Thomas Mann and his family,
and his romantic involvement with the soprano Delia Reinhardt.
Ousted from Germany by the Nazi Party in 1933, he returned to
Vienna, where he was artistic director of the State Opera until the
Nazis again forced him out. He eventually emigrated to the United
States, where he led the New York Philharmonic and other
orchestras, developed a deep interest in the writings of Rudolf
Steiner, and made touchstone recordings with the Columbia Symphony
Orchestra.
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