Tom Warren:

>Several threads refer to the Maestro's young age of 38.  How old was
>Bernstein when he "took over" the NY.Phil.? Or how old was Michael Tilson
>Thomas when he made his debut? What difference does age make if you can do
>the job and earn the respect of the musicians?

Let's not forget Toscanini!  I bet someone remembers the anecdote better
than I

While he was playing...  in the...  orchestra in...  the conductor got
sick and he stepped in to conduct the opera...  from memory at age...
Well, someone I reckon can fill in the blanks.

Bob K.