Friday, July 19, 2019

July 19 - Robert Mann (The Musical Birthday Series)

Robert Mann (19 July 1920 – 1 January 2018) was founding member of the influential Juilliard String Quartet.


Éminence grise

Robert Mann, when full in years,
Left the Juilliard String Quartet.
When he heard the final cheers,
Doubtless hearing with regret,
He gathered up his souvenirs
On vinyl, CDs, and cassette -
Standard rep and world premieres.
Wistful, looking back, and yet,
Knowing that among his peers,
Many owed a special debt
For his guidance in their careers —
Lessons they would not forget.



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