In 1917, the Boston Symphony declined to perform “The Star-Spangled Banner” in concert— ushering in a brouhaha that led to the internment of its Swiss German music director, Karl Muck. Now Melissa D. Burrage has written a comprehensive history of the scandal. (The New Yorker, 7/2/19)
In 1917 the Boston Symphony declined to perform The Star-Spangled Banner
