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The Artist as Citizen
Dr. Joseph W. Polisi
The Artist as Citizen is a compilation of Joseph W. Polisi’s articles and speeches from his two-decade tenure as president of the Juilliard School. His writings focus on the role of the artist in American society as a leader and communicator of human values.
The extended prologue includes Polisi’s recollections of his early days at Juilliard and the selection process that resulted in his appointment as the school’s sixth president. Also included is a discussion of the important role that Juilliard plays in the workings of Lincoln Center.
Polisi makes a strong point that “there should be no dividing line between artistic excellence and social consciousness.” He contends that the traditional “self-absorbed artist” is the wrong model for the arts in America in the 21st century.
The epilogue presents Polisi’s plans for the future at Juilliard including a discussion of the school’s centennial celebration and the bold plans currently in place to proceed with a major renovation of the Juilliard building, which will have a lasting impact, not only on the school, but on Lincoln Center and New York City as well.
1-57467-103-0, 224 pp, 6 x 9", hardcover, © 2005
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". . . an inspiring read; a call to change the way we think and challenge public perceptions of the artist. . . . An interesting book for Juilliard aficionados and those who want to know more about the school but also for those wishing to challenge their own perception of the artist's place in society."
— Muso Magazine
, Spring 2005
". . . an articulate, intelligent, and often provocative collection . . . [It] effectively encapsulates the structural and societal challenges all of us in the arts face at the dawn of the 21st century . . . a book of ideas and high ideals, refreshingly free of jargon . . ."
— Michael Boriskin, Chamber Music America
". . . a remarkable overview of the major concerns facing performing artists and arts organizations they deal with the complex challenges of the new century. . . . The most compelling discussions for readers come within "Culture, the Arts, and Diplomacy" and "American Culture and the Performing Arts."
— American Music Teacher
". . . the best image of all comes in the title of the book, The Artist as Citizen. It is a concept Joseph Polisi believes in passionately. The Juilliard School is lucky to have him."
— Piano Professional
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