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Joseph W. Polisi

Joseph W. Polisi was named president of Juilliard in 1984.

Articles by Joseph W. Polisi

The Broad Palette of Van Cliburn’s Life

Following are excerpts from Juilliard President Joseph W. Polisi’s eulogy at alumnus Van Cliburn’s funeral.

On Becoming Informed Citizens

An article recently appeared in The Juilliard Journal written by one of our doctoral students, Benjamin Laude, addressing Palestinian-Israeli issues. I read the article before ...

Ralph F. Leach 1917-2010

Juilliard president Joseph W. Polisi remembers the late Ralph Leach—mentor, wise counselor, and friend.

Message to the Juilliard Community From the President

In its 103-year history, Juilliard has experienced innumerable challenges. In each instance, the School has emerged as a stronger and more resourceful institution.

Rosemary Willson 1921-2010

One of Juilliard’s most generous benefactors, Rosemary Willson, passed away in Los Angeles on January 25, 2010.

Celebrating a Landmark Anniversary

In celebration of his 25th anniversary as Juilliard president, Joseph W. Polisi looks back on his years at the School. In 1984, when the 36-year-old ...

On Revising 'The Artist as Citizen'

For new editions of Joseph Polisi’s book "The Artist as Citizen," he added an emphasis on entrepreneurialism and globalization.

The 2016-17 School Year Begins

Polisi at convocation: Be sure the subtlety and joy the arts embody continues to flourish so it can enrich our souls in these turbulent times.

A City Transformed By a Terrible Morning

The human mind is well known for adjusting distant memories in ways that are often unexpected. So it is regarding my recollections of the tragedy ...

Bruce MacCombie 1943-2012

The Juilliard community and the music profession at large lost a great composer, colleague, and friend with the death of Bruce MacCombie on May 2, 2012.

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Current Issue: May-August 2017