Paul Johnson, the great English historian and journalist, passed away last month. For Roger Kimball’s appreciation, go here. For Jay’s, go here. Music was important in the life of Paul Johnson. Jay has arranged a little program, in tribute.
Mozart, Clarinet Concerto, first movement
Bruckner, Scherzo from Symphony No. 9
Brahms, Intermezzo in B-flat minor, Op. 117, No. 2
Mozart, Ave verum corpus
Nelson, “Crazy”
Mozart, Clarinet Quintet
Schumann, Finale from “Faschingsschwank aus Wien”
Kern & DeSylva, “Look for the Silver Lining”