Background
Yon, Pietro A. was born on August 8, 1886 in Settimo-Vittone, Italy. Son of Antonio and Margherita (Piazza) Yon.
Yon, Pietro A. was born on August 8, 1886 in Settimo-Vittone, Italy. Son of Antonio and Margherita (Piazza) Yon.
Student Royal Conservatories of Milan and Turin. Graduate Academy of Saint Cecilia, Rome, full honors in organ under R. Renzi, piano under A. Bustini and G. Sgambati, composition under C. de Sanctis.
1 son, Mario Charles. Came to the United States, 1907, naturalized, 1921. Made debut as substitute organist at the Vatican and the Royal Church of Rome, 1905-1906.
Organist and choirmaster Church of Saint Francis Xavier, New York, 1908-1926.
Organist and musical director Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, New York, since 1926.
Married Francesca Pessagno, May 21, 1919 (now deceased).