In Dean Dixon: Negro at Home Maestro Abroad conductor and scholar Rufus Jones Jr. brings to
light a literal treasure trove of unpublished primary sources to tell the compelling story of
this great American conductor. A testament to Dixon's resolve this first-ever full-length
biography of this American musical hero chronicles Dixon's musical upbringing beginnings as a
conductor painful decision to leave his own country rise to fame in Europe and his triumphant
stand twenty-one years later when he returned to the United States to serve as a model for
aspiring Black classical musicians. Dean Dixon: Negro at Home Maestro Abroad will interest
anyone who wants to know more about Black American history American musical culture and Black
American concert music and musicians. More information is available at: www.maestroabroad.com
