The maestro's melody

(Verse 1)

Born in Massachusetts, 1918,

A composer, conductor with a radiant dream.

Leonard Bernstein, a name that we know,

Through his music, his passion would grow.In ’43, he stepped in with grace,

Conducting the Philharmonic, he took his place.

Ailing Bruno Walter couldn’t stand,

But Bernstein led with a guiding hand.

(Chorus)

Oh, Bernstein, your melodies soar,

From Broadway lights to symphony scores.

With "West Side Story" and "Candide" so bright,

Your music painted the night.

(Verse 2)

On stage, you showed the world your flair,

Off-beat tunes danced through the air.

Romeo and Juliet's tale retold,

"West Side Story" forever bold.From "On the Waterfront" to Mass in '71,

Ninety compositions, your work was never done.

Television concerts for the young and wise,

You opened their hearts, their ears, their eyes.(Chorus)

Oh, Bernstein, your melodies soar,

From Broadway lights to symphony scores.

With "West Side Story" and "Candide" so bright,

Your music painted the night.

(Bridge)

In New York City, you said goodbye,

But your music forever will reach the sky.

October 14, '90 you left the stage,

But in every note, you live through the age.(Chorus)

Oh, Bernstein, your melodies soar,

From Broadway lights to symphony scores.

With "West Side Story" and "Candide" so bright,

Your music painted the night.