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Conductor

 

George Sebastian was a renowned classical music artist who was born on January 17, 1903, in Budapest, Hungary. He was the son of a prominent Hungarian conductor, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Sebastian was exposed to music and began playing the piano at the age of four. He showed exceptional talent and was soon enrolled in the Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest. Sebastian's musical education was rigorous, and he excelled in his studies. He was particularly interested in conducting and began to study under his father, who was the conductor of the Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra. Sebastian's talent as a conductor was evident from an early age, and he was soon conducting concerts with the Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra. In 1925, Sebastian moved to Berlin to study under the renowned conductor Wilhelm Furtwängler. He continued to hone his skills as a conductor and began to gain recognition for his talent. In 1929, he was appointed as the conductor of the Berlin State Opera, where he conducted many successful performances. Sebastian's career continued to flourish, and he was soon invited to conduct orchestras all over Europe. He conducted the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Paris Opera, among others. He was known for his precise and expressive conducting style, and his performances were always well-received. In 1933, Sebastian was forced to leave Germany due to the rise of the Nazi party. He moved to England, where he continued to conduct orchestras and teach music. He became the conductor of the Scottish Orchestra in 1934 and remained in that position until 1946. During his time with the Scottish Orchestra, Sebastian conducted many successful performances and gained a reputation as one of the best conductors in the country. In 1946, Sebastian was appointed as the conductor of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. He remained in that position until 1958 and conducted many successful performances during his tenure. He was known for his innovative programming and his ability to bring out the best in his musicians. Sebastian's career was not without its challenges. He was known for his temperamental nature and was often involved in disputes with musicians and management. However, his talent as a conductor was undeniable, and he continued to be in demand throughout his career. Sebastian received many awards and honors throughout his career. In 1952, he was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany for his contributions to music. He was also awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society Gold Medal in 1958, which is one of the highest honors in classical music. Sebastian retired from conducting in 1960 and moved to Switzerland, where he lived until his death in 1978. He left behind a legacy as one of the greatest conductors of the 20th century, and his contributions to classical music continue to be celebrated today.

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