Maazel, Lincoln - Tape 1, Side 1

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[T1S1] Respondent father of Loren Maazel; talks about parents' emmigration from Russia. Respondent describes musical family background; father violinist, concertmaster for Czar, first violinist with Metropolitan Opera Orchestra; brother, Marvin Maazel, concert pianist who traveled extensively throughout Europe and United States; mother sang as well. Respondent discusses own musical development; tells story about singing at Schubert Theater at age 16. Respondent recalls father's relationship with Metropolitan Opera conductor Arturo Toscanini. Respondent details views on music critics, criticism. Respondent talks about family's move to California; mentions studies in pharmacy school; explains how he became hospital equipment salesman. Respondent mentions courtship, marriage to wife Marion. Respondent reminisces about life, vocal education in Europe; explains how singers perfect tone, gives vocal examples. Respondent recall's son Loren's birth in Paris, March 6, 1930; talks about Loren's early musical gift.