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Did Leonard Bernstein get married?
After a whirlwind life as a young man, Bernstein married Felicia Montealegre, in 1951.
Who did Bernstein marry?
Felicia Montealegrem. 1951–1978
Leonard Bernstein/Spouse
In 1951, he married the Chilean actress and pianist, Felicia Montealegre. He was also visiting music professor, and head of the Creative Arts Festivals at Brandeis University in the early 1950s. Bernstein became Music Director of the New York Philharmonic in 1958.
” Elmer Bernstein, who was not related to Leonard Bernstein, was born on April 4, 1922, in New York to Edward and Selma (Feinstein) Bernstein, who were European immigrants. At 12 he received a scholarship to study piano with Henriette Michelson at Juilliard.
How old was Leonard Bernstein when he died?
72 years (1918–1990)
Leonard Bernstein/Age at death
Leonard Bernstein, one of the most prodigally talented and successful musicians in American history, died yesterday evening at his apartment at the Dakota on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. He was 72 years old.
Why is Leonard Bernstein famous?
Leonard Bernstein, (born August 25, 1918, Lawrence, Massachusetts, U.S.—died October 14, 1990, New York, New York), American conductor, composer, and pianist noted for his accomplishments in both classical and popular music, for his flamboyant conducting style, and for his pedagogic flair, especially in concerts for …
Did Elmer Bernstein win an Oscar?
Academy Award for Best Music (Original Score)
Golden Globe Award for Best Original ScorePrimetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Composing Original Music for Television
Elmer Bernstein/Awards
What musicals did Bernstein wrote?
Leonard Bernstein
- “Candide”
- “On the Town”
- “Peter Pan”
- “West Side Story”
- “Wonderful Town”
How many times was Elmer Bernstein nominated for Tony Awards?
Awards. Over the course of his career, Bernstein won an Academy Award, an Emmy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards. In addition, he was nominated for the Tony Award three times and a Grammy Award five times.