American Conductor Arthur Fiedler Born On This Day in 1894 [ON-THIS-DAY]

American conductor and violinist Arthur Fiedler was born on this day in 1894 – 123 years ago.

Remembered for his musicianship, informality and showmanship, Maestro Fiedler served for almost half a Century as the long-time conductor of the Boston Pops Orchestra – growing it into one of the best-known and successful light classical orchestras in the world.

 

TCHAIKOVSKY | 1812 OVERTURE | ARTHUR FIEDLER & BOSTON POPS | BICENTENNIAL | 1976