: In 1936, he traveled to Tel Aviv to conduct the first concerts of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra (then the Palestine Symphony) in solidarity with musicians fleeing Nazi persecution. 📀 Notable Recordings and Works
: In 1937, NBC created an orchestra specifically for him, allowing his weekly radio broadcasts to reach millions across the globe. Political Stance and Principles
: He publically opposed Hitler and boycotted the Salzburg Festival after the 1938 annexation of Austria.
: At age 19, while playing cello in Rio de Janeiro, he stepped in at the last minute to conduct Aida from memory, launching his career overnight.