Description: (British Conductor)
Leopold Stokowski was a celebrated conductor recognized for his unique conducting style and skill in eliciting rich sounds from orchestras. He held prominent positions with esteemed orchestras such as the Philadelphia Orchestra, NBC Symphony Orchestra, and New York Philharmonic Orchestra. Stokowski established multiple orchestras and championed contemporary composers, debuting numerous new pieces over his 60-year career. His notable contributions to film music include his work on Disney's Fantasia.