Pulitzer prize winner, composer Gunther Schuller also dedicated to Wilder one of
the movements in his large symphony for Wind Ensemble titled "In Praise of
Winds." I doubt very many people are aware that Gunther became a close friend
of Wilder's, especially during the 1970s when his publishing company became
Wilder's publisher of his huge output of chamber music.

Their mutual love of words, books, language, and nature provided many an
enjoyable evening for both Alec and Gunther. I only wish I could have observed
them both together -- two absolutely brilliant intellectuals known for their
passion for books!!

Each of them "turned me on" to many beautifully written books over the years! I
feel most fortunate having known them both.

Bob Levy