Through their reminiscences, Ives's relatives, friends, colleagues, and associates reveal aspects of his life, character, and personality, as well as his musical activities.
This candid, colorful memoir as told in the composer's own voice begins with Copland's Brooklyn childhood and takes us through his years in Paris, the creation of early works, years as the leader of young composers in New York City, Tanglewood and around the world."
Through their reminiscences, Ives's relatives, friends, colleagues, and associates reveal aspects of his life, character, and personality, as well as his musical activities.