Sy Rosen, who ran the Manhattan brownstone at Isaac Stern’s behest for four years in the mid-80s, has died, aged 87.
He was previously manager of the Pittsburgh, Philly and Buffalo orchs. More here.
Singning Philadelphia contract, 1981 (Left to Right) John Reed, Seymour Rosen, Douglas Crary, Gail Rector, Photo by Bob Kalmbach
That’s how people in the music industry used to dress.
Compare this picture with the one you posted a few days ago:
http://www.artsjournal.com/slippeddisc/2013/03/the-music-industrys-superpower-line-up.html
Sic transit harmonia mundi…
Ah, but if you don’t wear a tie it means you can do crossover!
Sy Rosen, a faithful friend, outstanding colleague, and mentor to many. A real mensch in every way, his kind is a vanishing breed. Rest well, Dear Sy.