Music Under the Moon: A History of the Berkshire Symphonic Festival, Inc. (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258670955)

Music Under The Moon: A History Of The Berkshire Symphonic Festival, Inc. is a book written by John G. W. Mahanna that provides a comprehensive account of the Berkshire Symphonic Festival, Inc. The festival, which was held annually in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, was a popular event that attracted music lovers from all over the world. Mahanna's book traces the history of the festival from its inception in the early 20th century to its eventual demise in the 1980s.The book explores the various aspects of the festival, including the music, the performers, the audience, and the organizers. Mahanna provides detailed information about the different musical performances that were held at the festival, including classical music, jazz, and popular music. He also delves into the lives of the performers who graced the stage at the festival, including famous musicians such as Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland, and Yo-Yo Ma.In addition to the music and the performers, Mahanna also examines the social and cultural significance of the festival. He discusses how the festival brought together people from different backgrounds and cultures, and how it helped to promote a sense of community and unity in the Berkshires. He also explores the impact of the festival on the local economy and the tourism industry in the region.Overall, Music Under The Moon: A History Of The Berkshire Symphonic Festival, Inc. is a fascinating and informative book that provides a detailed account of one of the most important cultural events in the history of the Berkshires. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of music, culture, and community in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John G. W. Mahanna
ISBN-10: 125867095X
ISBN-13: 9781258670955
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 04/20/2013
Pages: 124
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.28lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.31d