Campanari, Leandro

1857-

Italian violinist. Studied at Conservatory of Milan. Made successful European concert tours. In 1789, came to America and made his first appearance with The Boston Symphony Orchestra. Remained in Boston and in 1883 became music-director of the choir of the Jesuit Church, also first professor of violin at New England Conservatory of Music. Went to Europe in 1887, where he remained until 1900, when he returned to America and went to Cincinnati as professor of violin and head of the orchestral department of the Cincinnati Conservatory. In 1897, returned to Europe and since then has been conductor of the orchestral concerts given in La Scala Theatre, Milan. He has written rnany songs and also textbooks for violinists. He is a brother of Giuseppe Campanari the wellknown grand opera singer.