Bravo ! : Recipes, Legends and Lore, A Cookbook Celebrating 120 Years of the University Musical Society, Ann Arbor

This musically inspired cookbook contains over 200 timely new recipes--from renowned international performers, acclaimed chefs, and accomplished regional cooks--collected to honor the University Musical Society in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The recipes are both elegant and practical, with a wide range of styles, ingredients, and flavors, providing lively choices for both family meals and festive occasions. Bravo! will entice not only gourmets, but also armchair cooks and music lovers. Contributing performers for the University Musical Society roster--Cecilia Bartoli, James Galway, Isaac Stern, Frederica von Stade, and many others--share their favorite recipes and dining experiences, as well as memories of performances and audiences. With its glimpses into 120 years of musical presentations, and its reminiscences from both sides of the footlights, this engaging book will be equally at home in your kitchen, on your coffee table, or at your bedside. Proceeds from Bravo! will help support the university Musical Society's nationally-acclaimed performances, and its innovative outreach and education programs.

Over its 120 year history, the University Musical Society has presented the very best from a full spetrum of the performing arts: internationally renowned recitalists and orchestras, dance and chamber ensembles, jazz and world music performers, and opera and theatre. Through educational endeavors, commissioning of new works, youth programs, artist residencies and other collaborative projects, UMS has maintained its reputation for quality, artistic distinction and innovation. The Musical Society now hosts over 70 performances and more than 150 educational events each season.