Since the death of Siegfried Wagner last summer, rumors and schemes for future Bayreuth Festivals have emanated from the little Bavarian village like steam from the spout of a teakettle. Most stories have concerned Conductor Arturo Toscanini whose stock has at present greater international value than that of any living conductor. Toscanini, said one rumor, would take over the complete artistic direction. He might even build a home in Bayreuth, pass the rest of his summers there.
Announcements last week settled the atmosphere somewhat. Toscanini will conduct Taunhäuser this summer, as he did...
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