Leonard Bernstein

Known for Sound

Leonard Bernstein
Born August 25, 1918
Died October 14, 1990 (aged 72)
Place of Birth Lawrence, Massachusetts, USA

Biography

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".