Paul Sacher, born on this day in 1906, was a towering figure in Basel's cultural and economic history. As a conductor and patron, he founded the Basler Kammerorchester and the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, institutions that shaped the city's musical identity. His wealth, derived from his role as a major shareholder in Hoffmann-La Roche, allowed him to commission works from leading 20th-century composers, leaving a lasting mark on classical music. See wikipedia for more information.