# M89-12 FDC - 1989 25c Arturo Toscanini
25¢ Arturo Toscanini
Performing Arts Series
Issue Date: March 25, 1989
City: New York, NY
Arturo Toscanini (1867-1957) made his conducting debut at 19, when he filled in as a last-minute replacement, and directed Verdi's "Aida" from memory. In 1908, he became music director for the New York Metropolitan Opera, and for 17 years was in charge of the NBC Symphony. Toscanini is widely considered to be one of the greatest conductors of the 20th century.
25¢ Arturo Toscanini
Performing Arts Series
Issue Date: March 25, 1989
City: New York, NY
Arturo Toscanini (1867-1957) made his conducting debut at 19, when he filled in as a last-minute replacement, and directed Verdi's "Aida" from memory. In 1908, he became music director for the New York Metropolitan Opera, and for 17 years was in charge of the NBC Symphony. Toscanini is widely considered to be one of the greatest conductors of the 20th century.