De Sabata, Victor
(1892–1967)
De Sabata, Victor (10 Apr 1892–4 Dec 1967) Italian conductor, born in Trieste. He began as a pianist and violinist, then followed Arturo Toscanini’s advice and turned to conducting. He led the Monte Carlo Opera from 1918 to 1930, then conducted and became artistic director at La Scala (1929–1957), conducting also in Bayreuth, London, Chicago, New York, and elsewhere. In 1957 he made his last public appearance, conducting at Toscanini’s funeral. He died in Santa Margherita Ligure. De Sabata…