Background
Patane, Giuseppe was born on January 1, 1932 in Napoli, Italy. Son of Franco and Giulia (Caravaglios) Patane.
Patane, Giuseppe was born on January 1, 1932 in Napoli, Italy. Son of Franco and Giulia (Caravaglios) Patane.
Student, Naples Conservatory.
He made his debut there in 1951. He was principal conductor at the Linz opera in 1961-1962. He subsequently was chief conductor of the Munich Radio Orchestra from 1985 to 1989.
Patanè collapsed suddenly from a heart attack while conducting a performance of Il barbiere di Siviglia at the Bavarian State Opera in Munich, on 29 May 1989.
He was taken to hospital where he died.
Married Rita Saponaro, May 7, 1958 (divorced). Children: Francesca, Paola.