Kurt Adler

Kurt Adler (March 1, 1907 – September 21, 1977) was an Austrian and American conductor, chorusmaster, author and pianist. He was best known as the chorus master and lead conductor of the Metropolitan Opera in New York City from 1943 to 1973. He conducted orchestras in Europe, North America, Canada and Mexico.

For the Austrian and American conductor born in 1905, see Kurt Herbert Adler. For the German-American businessman, see Kurt S. Adler.

Kurt Adler
Born(1907-03-01)March 1, 1907
Jindřichův Hradec, Austria-Hungary
DiedSeptember 21, 1977(1977-09-21) (aged 70)
Butler, New Jersey, United States
CitizenshipAustrian American
EducationUniversity of Vienna (MA)
Occupation(s)Conductor, Pianist, Chorus Master
Known forConductor and Chorus Master, New York Metropolitan Opera, 1943–1973
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