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Joseph Straus
Distinguished Professor of Music at the City University of New York Graduate Center, specializing in music since 1900 and author of the book "Cultural Narratives of Old Age in the Lives, Work, and Reception of Old Musicians".
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Joseph Straus, "Cultural Narratives of Old Age in the Lives, Work, and Reception of Old Musicians" (Routledge, 2024)
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Joseph Straus, a Distinguished Professor of Music at CUNY, shares insights from his new book on the cultural narratives surrounding aging musicians. He discusses how older artists challenge ageist stereotypes, revealing that aging can enhance creativity. The conversation explores the importance of recognizing older musicians' contributions and advocates for interdisciplinary collaboration to rethink aging's role in music. Additionally, it highlights how societal attitudes marginalize older characters in opera and emphasizes the unique perspectives that older musicians bring to the arts.
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