Mark Horowitz filled a room with works by composers influential to Stephen Sondheim before his visit in 1993. This experience inspired Sondheim to bequeath his manuscripts to the Library of Congress. He included approximately 5,000 items, such as music drafts, recordings, and scrapbooks, that encapsulate his creative journey. These collections reveal his artistic process and showcase his contributions to musical theatre. Horowitz, an admirer, highlights Sondheim's unique handwriting and emotional attachment to the materials, emphasizing their significance in understanding Sondheim's legacy.
Mark Horowitz prepared for Stephen Sondheim's visit by displaying scores from Sondheim's favorite composers and eventually convinced him to leave his manuscripts to the Library of Congress.
Sondheim's bequest to the Library of Congress includes approximately 5,000 items, offering an unparalleled insight into his creative process and contributions to musical theatre.
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