The Black Horn: The Story of Classical French Hornist Robert Lee Watt (African American Cultural Theory and Heritage)
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| Rating | : | 4.32 (638 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1442268719 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 300 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-01-04 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
He faced opposition from within the community—where the instrument was deemed by Watt’s father a “middle instrument suited only for thin-lipped white boys”—and from without. The Black Horn chronicles the upbringing of a young boy fascinated by the sound of the French horn. This book will surely interest any classical musician and student, particularly those of color, seeking to grasp the sometimes troubled history of being the only “black horn.”. Watt also documented his struggles as a student at a nearly all-white major music conservatory, as well as his first job in a major symphony orchestra after the conservatory canceled his scholarship.Wa
Today, the number of African Americans who hold chairs in major American symphony orchestras are few and far between, and Watt is the first in many years to write about this uniquely exhilarating—and at times painful—experience.. Watt describes every situation with precise detail. One has to admire his perseverance and tenacity in remaining with what was obviously a contentious section for so many years. (Los Angeles Review of Books)The Black Horn: The Story of Classical French Hornist Robert Lee Watt tells the story of the first African American French hornist hired by a major symphony in these United States. (Fanfare Magazine)Robert Lee Watt didn&rs
Robert Lee Watt studied French horn at the New England Conservatory of Music with Harry Shapiro of the Boston Symphony. In 1970, he was hired by the Los Angeles Philharmonic as assistant first French horn under maestro Zubin Mehta.
Staying at the top. James Lewis A very personal and interesting account of the man and what he went through to live his dream in an often time very difficult series of situations.. "A good read!" according to Alan Medak. A true story of a man's inspiration and challenges to become a black orchestral horn player A good read! Alan Medak A true story of a man's inspiration and challenges to become a black orchestral horn player 40 years ago, when playing classical music was thought to be only for white musicians. He speaks warmly of his highly influential teacher in Boston, Harry Shapiro. His detailed descriptions of preparing and taking auditions will speak to all musicians, young and old, though few musicians can relate to his making the finals of two major symphonies within a single week. S. 0 years ago, when playing classical music was thought to be only for white musicians. He speaks warmly of his highly influential teacher in Boston, Harry Shapiro. His detailed descriptions of preparing and taking auditions will speak to all musicians, young and old, though few musicians can relate to his making the finals of two major symphonies within a single week. S. "French Horn is my favorite brass instrument" according to Lady in LA. You know, I love classical music, and I'm also a bit of a film score geek. When I was a kid, the saxophone was my favorite horn. But then I saw Out of Africa and Dances with Wolves (both scores by John Barry, by the way) and that big bold powerful sound that lifts your spirit while you're looking out over the vast landscapes in both of those movies that's the French Horn. So, yeah, I'm a fan.Well, I was running an errand during my lunch break today, and dro