Bruce Kovner
PER
Kovner Bruce Kovner
The collection of 139 original manuscripts, first editions with composers' emendations, sketches and printer's proofs that was donated by the billionaire hedge fund manager Bruce Kovner, whose role as chairman of Juilliard's board was a major reason for its destination. He said he wanted the collection to serve performers as well as scholars. He was naturally disappointed but understood the depth of his commitment. Mr. Kovner said he never indicated the collection would go to the Morgan. The collection of 139 original manuscripts, first editions with composers' emendations, sketches, and printer's proofs was donated by the billionaire hedge fund manager Bruce Kovner, whose role as chairman of Juilliard's board was a major reason for its destination. He said he wanted the collection to serve performers as well as scholars.  Mr. Kovner said he was naturally disappointed and never indicated the collection would go to Morgan.