Leonard Bernstein

Known for Sound

Born August 25, 1918

Died October 14, 1990

Place of Birth Lawrence, Massachusetts, USA

Leonard Bernstein was an American composer, conductor, pianist, music educator, author, and lifelong humanitarian. He was one of the most significant American cultural personalities of the 20th century. According to music critic Donal Henahan, he was "one of the most prodigiously talented and successful musicians in American history".