Silvio Barbato
May 11, 1959 – June 1, 2009

silvioSilvio Barbato was the musical director at Sala da Palestrina in Rome.  He was also been the conductor of the Rio National Theater for the past 12 years.  He is believed to be one of the passengers who perished on the ill-fated Flight 447 that went down in the Atlantic ocean.  The plane had been traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Paris.

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2 thoughts on “Died On This Date (June 1, 2009) Silvio Barbato / Brazilian Conductor; Died On Flight 447”
  1. I’m very sad and shocked about this tragedy. My childhood friend will be missed. All my sympathy to family and friends.
    Lemya from 107.

  2. I’m so sorry for your family and fans,as i am so sorry for everyone else on the flight. Your legacy will live as will every person including the crew on the flight. Good night and God bless.
    Pauline: Reader of the daily telegraph obituary

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