Pianist and Composer Harold Zabrack Interview (1983)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Interview
Place Covered: Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1983-02-18
Duration: 00:05:50
Subjects: Zabrack, Harold | Music | Classical Music | Pianists | Composers | Carpal tunnel syndrome | Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra
Contributors:
- George, Beth Host
- Ekings, Robyn Reporter
- Zabrack, Harold Interviewee
Description
This segment from the February 18, 1983, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features an interview with pianist and composer Harold Zabrack, who suffers from career-threatening carpal tunnel syndrome. He discusses how carpal tunnel syndrome affects his hand, his new piano concerto, and the possibility that he will no longer be able to play music. This story includes highlights from Zabrack’s recent performance of his new concerto with the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra. Host: Beth George