Lillian Fuchs, First Lady of the Viola

Lillian Fuchs has been lauded as one of the first great American violists. Based upon biographical sources, contemporary newspaper accounts, and numerous conversations with her, this book draws together oral and written information to create a biographical portrait which also sheds light on the history of American music in the 20th century, when talented women had to struggle fiercely to survive in the face of male dominance.