And There I Stood with My Piccolo
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
And There I Stood with My Piccolo
By (Author) Meredith Willson
University of Minnesota Press
University of Minnesota Press
28th August 2009
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Autobiography: arts and entertainment
Musicians, singers, bands and groups
Composers and songwriters
780.92
Physical Properties
Paperback
256
Width 121mm, Height 187mm, Spine 18mm
Description
And There I Stood with My Piccolo, originally published in 1948, is a zesty and colorful memoir of composer Meredith Willsons early yearsfrom growing up in Mason City, Iowa, to playing the flute with John Philip Sousas band and the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, to a successful career in composing for radio and motion pictures in Hollywood. It was apparent to everyone, except maybe Willson himself, that he was on his way to something big.
Lighthearted and inspiring, it is no surprise Willsons tales caught the attention of prominent Broadway producers. In 1957, just nine years after the publication of this book, The Music Man became a Broadway sensation, winning five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Meredith Willsons musical comedy is to this day arguably the most produced and beloved musical in American culture.
Author Bio
Meredith Willson (19021984) was a renowned composer, songwriter, and musician. He is best known for composing The Music Man and The Unsinkable Molly Brown.
