Martin Bookspan, legendary host, commentator noted for work at Tanglewood, dies at 94
Martin Bookspan, a classical music broadcaster, author, critic and lecturer, who was well-known locally for his work with the the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Tanglewood, died peacefully at his home in Aventura, Fla. on Thursday. A former part-time resident of Stockbridge who spent summers in the Berkshires for more than 50 years, Bookspan was 94. Known for his distinctive delivery during his 60-year broadcasting career, Bookspan served as a host and commentator for live broadcasts of the BSO, Boston Pops, the New York Philharmonic and the American Symphony Orchestra under its founder, Leopo...