Samuel Antek papers 1905-1975

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Samuel Antek papers 1905-1975

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Samuel Antek (1908-1958) was an orchestra conductor, musical director, violinist and author best known for his well-received memoir about the internationally famous orchestra conductor Arturo Toscanini, . The Samuel Antek papers (1937-1964) contain photographs, programs, clippings, correspondence and manuscripts for the Toscanini memoir and articles written about children's concerts and community orchestras. This Was Toscanini

3.94 linear feet; 7 boxes, 3 other items

The New York Public Library. Music Division.

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Toscanini, Arturo, 1867-1957

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Conductor. From the description of Arturo Toscanini souvenir card, 1952 summer. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 501180914 Italian conductor, considered one of the greatest of the early 20th century. Started his career in Italy and spent much of his later years in the United States. From the description of Autograph letter signed, from Toscanini to Mme Emmy Destinn, n.d. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 754872455 Italian conductor. From the descr...

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New Jersey Symphony Orchestra.

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Antek, Samuel

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Samuel Antek (1908-1958) was born in Chicago, Illinois. He attended Chicago Musical College, where he studied violin under Leon Sametini. In 1924, Antek moved to New York City to study with Leopold Auer. Antek went on to study with Louis Persinger and Albert Spaulding at the Juilliard School and in 1936 debuted as a violinist at The Town Hall. Following his debut, Antek concertized extensively and received his first conducting opportunity on the General Foods Radio Hour which broadc...