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The Robinson Harry OrchestraLeopold Stokowski Leopold Stokowski British conductor (1882–1977) Leopold Anthony Stokowski ( UK: /stəˈkɒfski/ stə-KOF-skee, US: /stəˈkɔːfski, stəˈkaʊski/ stə-KAWF-skee, stə-KOW-skee;[1] 18 April 1882 – 13 September 1977) was a British conductor.[2] One of the leading conductors of the early and mid-20th century, he is best known for his long association with the Philadelphia Orchestra. He was especially noted for his free-hand conducting style that spurned the traditional baton and for obtaining a characteristic sound from the orchestras he directed.[3] Quick facts Born, Died ... Leopold Stokowski Born Leopold Anthony Stokowski (1882-04-18)18 April 1882 Marylebone, Middlesex, England Died 13 September 1977(1977-09-13) (aged 95) Nether Wallop, Hampshire, England Resting place East Finchley Cemetery Occupations Conductor composer organist Known for Music director of the… (Source: Wikipedia)
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