Eugene Ormandy Quotes

A collection of quotes by Eugene Ormandy.

Eugene Ormandy (1899-1985) was a Hungarian-American conductor and violinist. He is best known for his long tenure as the music director of the Philadelphia Orchestra, from 1938 to 1980. Ormandy was known for his precise style and remarkable ability to communicate his musical interpretations to the orchestra. He conducted a wide range of composers and was particularly renowned for his interpretations of romantic repertoire. Ormandy's leadership brought the Philadelphia Orchestra to great prominence, recording extensively and touring around the world. He left a significant and lasting impact on the field of classical music.