The documentary reveals Levine's unparalleled musicianship and singular teaching style

James Levine: America's Maestro American Masters

Premiered May 31, 2011
James Levine: America's Maestro

AMERICAN MASTERS provides an insider's view into how Levine transformed The Metropolitan Opera's Orchestra into one of the great ensembles, elicited legendary performances from singers and nurtured new generations of artists. The film reveals how Levine's unparalleled musicianship and singular teaching and performance styles make his relationship with the company unique in today's music world.

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American Masters

American Masters, committed to producing comprehensive film biographies about the broad cast of characters who comprise our cultural history.

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