Pedro de Freitas Branco

Pedro de Freitas Branco (1896–1963) was a Portuguese conductor and composer. He founded the Portuguese Opera Company in 1926, and conducted the state symphony orchestra from 1934. He was known for his refined interpretations of both classical and contemporary repertoire and for helping raise the artistic standards of Portuguese orchestral performance, while also contributing to the development of the country’s musical life through concerts, premieres, and collaborations.