Ridin' Herd to Writing Symphonies: An Autobiography

By Radie Britain

Radie Britain (1899-1994) was a famous twentieth century composer whose orchestral compositions have been performed by leading orchestras around the world and one composition, 'A String Quartet, ' was performed at the White House. This autobiography offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the personality of this composer whose rich, full life and spiritual philosophy will inspire musician and non-musician alike. It chronicles her life from her childhood on a western ranch, to her three marriages, and her postwar critical successes. Includes a chronology of events and awards and a chronological list of her works.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0810827336
• ISBN13: 9780810827332
• Release Date: April 1996
• Publisher: Scarecrow Press
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 5.4" x 8.7"