Salvatore Camarata
1913–2005 (age 92)
Composer
Biography
Salvatore Camarata, nicknamed 'Tito,' was a composer, arranger, and conductor who brought dramatic sweep to MGM films, Broadway shows, and early television specials, shaping the sound of the mid-century entertainment industry.
Whether conducting lush film scores, leading the Hollywood Bowl's Symphony Pops, or mentoring young musicians, Camarata shared a gift for elegant melodies and gracious collaboration with every stage and studio he touched.