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David Diamond discusses his training, influences and work as a classical composer

BROADCAST: May. 28, 1975 | DURATION: 00:29:22

Synopsis

Studs interviews David Diamond who is in Chicago for a concert at Thorn Hall. Diamond reflects on his family background and his exposure to diverse theater and movies of a variety of cultures that influenced his music. He explains his training and how he uses emotion and then structure to create his work. Studs and David discuss McCarthyism and its affect on performers and the personal affect it had in Diamond's life. The musical pieces are removed from this edited version of the original recording.

Details

Broadcast Date
May. 28, 1975

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 54.05 min.) :

Duration
29 minutes, 22 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Music Music - Classical Music & Opera American History & Politics Travel & Culture - Germany

People

Music personnel Musicians

Tags

Diamond, David Audiotapes. Radio programs. WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Hellman, Lillian, 1905-1984 Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616. Blitzstein, Marc Toller, Ernst, 1893-1939. McCarthyism Incidental music. Chamber music--20th century. Instrumental music. Sessions, Roger Boulanger, Nadia American composers

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