The Search for an American Sound


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ClassGraphic Since the 1890s, when Americans were beginning to develop their own traditions in classical music, composers have recognized the dilemma of creating the American sound. We will explore how classical musicians, and Broadway and Hollywood composers, most of them Jewish, followed parallel paths in creating sounds that reflect these lands and its people. Aaron Copland, George Gershwin, William Grant Steel, Florence Price, Alex North, Elmer Bernstein and others will be the protagonists of this lecture.

Link to class introduction video: https://vimeo.com/1165735544?fl=ml&fe=ec
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Class Details

6 Session(s)
Weekly - Mon

Location
NA - Online

Instructor
Emanuel Abramovits 

 

Notice

Please read:  This course is a part of the Osher Online program and will take place virtually. To participate, you will need a computer or device with an internet connection and an email address. After registering, you will receive an email from Osher Online containing a link to their website and your login credentials for your Osher Online account, which will be used to access these classes. Additionally, a virtual pre-class orientation will take place on September 30 at 1 PM Central Time, where you will receive helpful information on how to access your class.

Registration closes on September 20 at 12 PM. Late registrations may be accommodated based on availability.

Fee:  $65.00

Registration Closes On
Sunday, September 20, 2026 @ 12:00 PM

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
10/12/2026 - 11/16/2026 Weekly - Mon 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM N/A - Online Emanuel Abramovits