Cassell’s Music Owner Salvatore Intagliata Passes Away

Salvatore Intagliata, owner of Cassell’s Music in San Fernando, California, passed away peacefully on Oct. 27. He was 97.

Intagliata, along with his son, Ed, purchased Cassell’s Music in January 1978 from a retiring Albert Cassell and successfully guided it through many ups and downs, including recessions, economic downturns, a devasting earthquake in 1994 and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Born and raised in Hartford, Connecticut, Intagliata moved his wife and five sons to Southern California in 1960 to enter the booming aerospace industry, retiring in 1996 from TRW. A lifelong vocalist, Intagliata enjoyed performing with many community and church choirs, where his smooth tenor voice was welcomed by conductors. He even had an opportunity to guest conduct the Santa Clarita Master Chorale where his son, Ed, continues to sing.

As a corporate executive, Intagliata’s business expertise, along with Ed’s vast retail experience, has enabled Cassell’s Music to thrive. Besides his wife of 73 years, Melody, Intagliata leaves behind his seven sons and one daughter, 15 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and numerous folks who called him “friend.”

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