Stanley Drucker

Among the most prominent clarinetists of his era, Stanley Drucker incredibly spent over 60 years as a member of the New York Philharmonic, including 49 as its principal player, performing in more than 10,000 concerts throughout the world as a member of the prestigious institution. He premiered several new works as a soloist with the orchestra, appearing in this manner nearly 200 times during his career. Most of his recording activities were made with the Philharmonic, though he did issue several recordings of chamber music. Drucker was born on February 4, 1929, in Brooklyn. H...