Eugene Ormandy Quotes


It has no rhythm, but it will because it's so much faster.


Citations

Kupferberg, Herbert. The Book of Classical Music Lists. Facts on File, 1985.

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Eugene Ormandy
Eugene Ormandy
  • Born: November 18, 1899
  • Died: March 12, 1985
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Musician

Eugene Ormandy KBE was a Hungarian-American conductor and violinist, best known for his association with the Philadelphia Orchestra, as its music director. His 44-year association with the orchestra is one of the longest enjoyed by any conductor with a single orchestra. Under his baton, the Philadelphia Orchestra had three gold records and won two Grammy Awards.