Leonard Bernstein
(1918-1990)
American conductor and composer
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Leonard Bernstein (BURN-styne; born Louis Bernstein; August 25, 1918 – October 14, 1990) was an American conductor, composer, pianist, music educator, author, and humanitarian. Considered to be one of the most important conductors of his time, he was the first American-born conductor to receive international acclaim. Bernstein was "one of the most prodigiously talented and successful musicians in American history" according to music critic Donal Henahan. Bernstein's honors and accolades include seven Emmy Awards, two Tony Awards, and 16 Grammy Awards (including the Lifetime Achievement Award) as well as an Academy Award nomination. He received the Kennedy Center Honor in 1981.
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Louis Bernstein 25 August 1918 Lawrence, Massachusetts, USA
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14 October 1990 (aged 72) New York City, New York, USA
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| Zodiac | Virgo |
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