Dean Dixon

In this book,conductor and scholar Rufus Jones, Jr. brings to light a literal treasure trove of unpublished primary sources to tell the compelling story of the great American conductor, Dean Dixon.

Rufus Jones Jr. is an orchestral conductor, published author, and educator. His research has focused on African American classical musicians. Dr. Jones has conducted orchestras of all levels for over two decades and is in demand as a guest conductor, clinician, and adjudicator.

Foreword Acknowledgments Introduction Prologue Chapter 1: West Indians in Harlem Chapter 2: Dean Dixon School of Music Chapter 3: The Damrosch School Chapter 4: Pursuing the Dream Chapter 5: Eleanor Roosevelt Chapter 6: The Plastic Carrot Chapter 7: Search for Democracy Chapter 8: Black and White Chapter 9: Exodus Chapter 10: Mary Chapter 11: Drama, Down Under Chapter 12: Prague Chapter 13: Sojourn Home Chapter 14: I'm Not Tired Yet Chapter 15: Ritha Epilogue: On My Shoulders Appendix 1: In Memoriam Appendix 2: Conductors Handbook Selected Bibliography Index About the Author