Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction: From Leipzig to the Bronx
1. Sunnyside, 1927–1933
2. Compositional Beginnings, 1933–1936
3. Having Faith, 1936–1940
4. New York Waltzes: Works for Piano
5. Horizons Percussion Ensemble
6. The People, Yes: Songs and Choral Works
7. Sonatas, Suites, and String Quartets: Chamber Music
8. Symphonic Striving Works for Band and Orchestra
9. Status Quo
10. Beyer’s Final Years, 1940–44
Conclusion: “May the Future Be Kind to All Composers”
Appendix A: Biographical Data
Appendix B: Chronological List of Beyer’s Known Works
Appendix C: Publications of Beyer’s Music
Appendix D: Selected Recordings of Beyer’s Music
Appendix E: Beyer’s Poetry
Notes
Sources and Bibliography
Index