Composer Autograph Manuscripts (over $500)

  • (Item #: M4841-Y4-A)
    French composer and music critic (1803-1856), prolific creator of ballets and operas, Adam is best known for his ballets Giselle (1841) and Le Corsaire (1856).  Autograph letter signed, discussing about the publication of his operas with an unknown recipient. One sheet folded, written on both sides of the same fold (see scans of front and verso, and translation), each page is 5.25 x 8.25 inches. In French, sold with a translation into English, in very good condition. 
    French composer and music critic (1803-1856), prolific creator of ballets and operas, Adam is best known for his ballets Giselle... read more >
    French composer and music critic (1803-1856), prolific creator of ballets and operas, Adam is best known for his ballets Giselle (1841) and Le Corsaire (1856).  Autograph letter signed, discussing about the publication of his operas with an unknown recipient. One sheet folded, written on both sides of the same fold (see scans of front and verso, and translation), each page is 5.25 x 8.25 inches. In French, sold with a translation into English, in very good condition. 
    French composer and music critic (1803-1856), prolific creator...

    $625.00 USD

    (Item #: M4841-Y4-A)
    French composer and music critic (1803-1856), prolific creator of ballets and operas, Adam is best known for his ballets Giselle (1841) and Le Corsaire (1856).  Autograph letter signed, discussing about the publication of his operas with an unknown recipient. One sheet folded, written on both sides of the same fold (see scans of front and verso, and translation), each page is 5.25 x 8.25 inches. In French, sold with a translation into English, in very good condition. 
    French composer and music critic (1803-1856), prolific creator of ballets and operas, Adam is best known for his ballets Giselle... read more >
    French composer and music critic (1803-1856), prolific creator of ballets and operas, Adam is best known for his ballets Giselle (1841) and Le Corsaire (1856).  Autograph letter signed, discussing about the publication of his operas with an unknown recipient. One sheet folded, written on both sides of the same fold (see scans of front and verso, and translation), each page is 5.25 x 8.25 inches. In French, sold with a translation into English, in very good condition. 
  • (Item #: M7550-Y14)
    Spanish composer and pianist (1860-1909), one of the greatest music creators from Spain in the post-romantic era.  Large autograph manuscript by his hand, one page from his unfinished work "La Real Hembra" (1902), a zarzuela (a Spanish lyric-dramatic genre that combines spoken and sung scenes with dancing). Albeniz only wrote the prelude and the 2 first scenes of this zarzuela before abandoning the project.  One page, 10.5 x 14.4 inches, minor stains, in very good condition. Autograph manuscripts of Albeniz are exceedingly rare in the market. Tamino Autographs is proud to offer this hard-to-find page from a music autograph score.
    Spanish composer and pianist (1860-1909), one of the greatest music creators from Spain in the post-romantic era.  Large autograph manuscript... read more >
    Spanish composer and pianist (1860-1909), one of the greatest music creators from Spain in the post-romantic era.  Large autograph manuscript by his hand, one page from his unfinished work "La Real Hembra" (1902), a zarzuela (a Spanish lyric-dramatic genre that combines spoken and sung scenes with dancing). Albeniz only wrote the prelude and the 2 first scenes of this zarzuela before abandoning the project.  One page, 10.5 x 14.4 inches, minor stains, in very good condition. Autograph manuscripts of Albeniz are exceedingly rare in the market. Tamino Autographs is proud to offer this hard-to-find page from a music autograph score.
    Spanish composer and pianist (1860-1909), one of the...

    $4,000.00 USD

    (Item #: M7550-Y14)
    Spanish composer and pianist (1860-1909), one of the greatest music creators from Spain in the post-romantic era.  Large autograph manuscript by his hand, one page from his unfinished work "La Real Hembra" (1902), a zarzuela (a Spanish lyric-dramatic genre that combines spoken and sung scenes with dancing). Albeniz only wrote the prelude and the 2 first scenes of this zarzuela before abandoning the project.  One page, 10.5 x 14.4 inches, minor stains, in very good condition. Autograph manuscripts of Albeniz are exceedingly rare in the market. Tamino Autographs is proud to offer this hard-to-find page from a music autograph score.
    Spanish composer and pianist (1860-1909), one of the greatest music creators from Spain in the post-romantic era.  Large autograph manuscript... read more >
    Spanish composer and pianist (1860-1909), one of the greatest music creators from Spain in the post-romantic era.  Large autograph manuscript by his hand, one page from his unfinished work "La Real Hembra" (1902), a zarzuela (a Spanish lyric-dramatic genre that combines spoken and sung scenes with dancing). Albeniz only wrote the prelude and the 2 first scenes of this zarzuela before abandoning the project.  One page, 10.5 x 14.4 inches, minor stains, in very good condition. Autograph manuscripts of Albeniz are exceedingly rare in the market. Tamino Autographs is proud to offer this hard-to-find page from a music autograph score.
  • (Item #: GA6761-GX203D)
    Spanish composer (1860-1909), and virtuoso pianist, greatly remembered for his works for piano, based on Spanish folk music. Telegram sent by him to French composer Paul Dukas (1865-1935), in French, with just 3 words (translated into English as "True Apprentice Triumph"), probably referring to the recent premiere of one of his works or someone else both composers know. Dated below in pencil 13 Mars 1902 (writing matches Albeniz´s handwriting). Size is 7.1 x 5.25 inches, plus the flap, in very good condition. See scans of both sides. Very rare!
    Spanish composer (1860-1909), and virtuoso pianist, greatly remembered for his works for piano, based on Spanish folk music. Telegram sent... read more >
    Spanish composer (1860-1909), and virtuoso pianist, greatly remembered for his works for piano, based on Spanish folk music. Telegram sent by him to French composer Paul Dukas (1865-1935), in French, with just 3 words (translated into English as "True Apprentice Triumph"), probably referring to the recent premiere of one of his works or someone else both composers know. Dated below in pencil 13 Mars 1902 (writing matches Albeniz´s handwriting). Size is 7.1 x 5.25 inches, plus the flap, in very good condition. See scans of both sides. Very rare!
    Spanish composer (1860-1909), and virtuoso pianist, greatly remembered...

    $750.00 USD

    (Item #: GA6761-GX203D)
    Spanish composer (1860-1909), and virtuoso pianist, greatly remembered for his works for piano, based on Spanish folk music. Telegram sent by him to French composer Paul Dukas (1865-1935), in French, with just 3 words (translated into English as "True Apprentice Triumph"), probably referring to the recent premiere of one of his works or someone else both composers know. Dated below in pencil 13 Mars 1902 (writing matches Albeniz´s handwriting). Size is 7.1 x 5.25 inches, plus the flap, in very good condition. See scans of both sides. Very rare!
    Spanish composer (1860-1909), and virtuoso pianist, greatly remembered for his works for piano, based on Spanish folk music. Telegram sent... read more >
    Spanish composer (1860-1909), and virtuoso pianist, greatly remembered for his works for piano, based on Spanish folk music. Telegram sent by him to French composer Paul Dukas (1865-1935), in French, with just 3 words (translated into English as "True Apprentice Triumph"), probably referring to the recent premiere of one of his works or someone else both composers know. Dated below in pencil 13 Mars 1902 (writing matches Albeniz´s handwriting). Size is 7.1 x 5.25 inches, plus the flap, in very good condition. See scans of both sides. Very rare!
  • (Item #: M2876-R5-9)
    French composer (1782-1871), who focused mostly on opera, composing almost 50 of them - his most important creations include Fra Diavolo and La Muette de Portici. Autograph letter signed by him, dated in Paris on January 31st, 1849, to the director of an opera house, on letterhead from the Conservatoire National de Musique et Declamation, Paris. Letter is in French, and is sold untranslated. Auber respectfully asks to borrow a few accessories only to be found in this person´s theater, for an upcoming performance of La Gazza Ladra (La Pie Voleuse, in French) by students of the Conservatoire. Auber mentions that in the past, a previous director has agreed to help. One page, sized 5 x 8 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a vintage print of the composer, sized 9.25 x 12.5 inches (actual image is 7.5 x 5.75 inches), a perfect companion to the letter if framed together. See photos.
    French composer (1782-1871), who focused mostly on opera, composing almost 50 of them - his most important creations include Fra... read more >
    French composer (1782-1871), who focused mostly on opera, composing almost 50 of them - his most important creations include Fra Diavolo and La Muette de Portici. Autograph letter signed by him, dated in Paris on January 31st, 1849, to the director of an opera house, on letterhead from the Conservatoire National de Musique et Declamation, Paris. Letter is in French, and is sold untranslated. Auber respectfully asks to borrow a few accessories only to be found in this person´s theater, for an upcoming performance of La Gazza Ladra (La Pie Voleuse, in French) by students of the Conservatoire. Auber mentions that in the past, a previous director has agreed to help. One page, sized 5 x 8 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a vintage print of the composer, sized 9.25 x 12.5 inches (actual image is 7.5 x 5.75 inches), a perfect companion to the letter if framed together. See photos.
    French composer (1782-1871), who focused mostly on opera,...

    $575.00 USD

    (Item #: M2876-R5-9)
    French composer (1782-1871), who focused mostly on opera, composing almost 50 of them - his most important creations include Fra Diavolo and La Muette de Portici. Autograph letter signed by him, dated in Paris on January 31st, 1849, to the director of an opera house, on letterhead from the Conservatoire National de Musique et Declamation, Paris. Letter is in French, and is sold untranslated. Auber respectfully asks to borrow a few accessories only to be found in this person´s theater, for an upcoming performance of La Gazza Ladra (La Pie Voleuse, in French) by students of the Conservatoire. Auber mentions that in the past, a previous director has agreed to help. One page, sized 5 x 8 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a vintage print of the composer, sized 9.25 x 12.5 inches (actual image is 7.5 x 5.75 inches), a perfect companion to the letter if framed together. See photos.
    French composer (1782-1871), who focused mostly on opera, composing almost 50 of them - his most important creations include Fra... read more >
    French composer (1782-1871), who focused mostly on opera, composing almost 50 of them - his most important creations include Fra Diavolo and La Muette de Portici. Autograph letter signed by him, dated in Paris on January 31st, 1849, to the director of an opera house, on letterhead from the Conservatoire National de Musique et Declamation, Paris. Letter is in French, and is sold untranslated. Auber respectfully asks to borrow a few accessories only to be found in this person´s theater, for an upcoming performance of La Gazza Ladra (La Pie Voleuse, in French) by students of the Conservatoire. Auber mentions that in the past, a previous director has agreed to help. One page, sized 5 x 8 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a vintage print of the composer, sized 9.25 x 12.5 inches (actual image is 7.5 x 5.75 inches), a perfect companion to the letter if framed together. See photos.
  • (Item #: M5915-Y11C)
    Irish composer (1808-1870), best known for his opera The Bohemian Girl and other operatic works. Balfe was also a conductor and pursued a career as a singer as well. Autograph note signed, to famous Italian soprano Fanny Persiani (1812-1867) (who created the role of Lucia di Lammermoor in the 1835 world premiere). Balfe is asking her to replace nothing less than Giulia Grisi in a terzetto from his opera Falstaff (Grisi performed at the 1838 world premiere in London), probably in an upcoming concert performance.  One page, 5.25 x 4 inches, signed as Balfe, some toning over the lower border, otherwise in very good condition.
    Irish composer (1808-1870), best known for his opera The Bohemian Girl and other operatic works. Balfe was also a conductor and... read more >
    Irish composer (1808-1870), best known for his opera The Bohemian Girl and other operatic works. Balfe was also a conductor and pursued a career as a singer as well. Autograph note signed, to famous Italian soprano Fanny Persiani (1812-1867) (who created the role of Lucia di Lammermoor in the 1835 world premiere). Balfe is asking her to replace nothing less than Giulia Grisi in a terzetto from his opera Falstaff (Grisi performed at the 1838 world premiere in London), probably in an upcoming concert performance.  One page, 5.25 x 4 inches, signed as Balfe, some toning over the lower border, otherwise in very good condition.
    Irish composer (1808-1870), best known for his opera The...

    $650.00 USD

    (Item #: M5915-Y11C)
    Irish composer (1808-1870), best known for his opera The Bohemian Girl and other operatic works. Balfe was also a conductor and pursued a career as a singer as well. Autograph note signed, to famous Italian soprano Fanny Persiani (1812-1867) (who created the role of Lucia di Lammermoor in the 1835 world premiere). Balfe is asking her to replace nothing less than Giulia Grisi in a terzetto from his opera Falstaff (Grisi performed at the 1838 world premiere in London), probably in an upcoming concert performance.  One page, 5.25 x 4 inches, signed as Balfe, some toning over the lower border, otherwise in very good condition.
    Irish composer (1808-1870), best known for his opera The Bohemian Girl and other operatic works. Balfe was also a conductor and... read more >
    Irish composer (1808-1870), best known for his opera The Bohemian Girl and other operatic works. Balfe was also a conductor and pursued a career as a singer as well. Autograph note signed, to famous Italian soprano Fanny Persiani (1812-1867) (who created the role of Lucia di Lammermoor in the 1835 world premiere). Balfe is asking her to replace nothing less than Giulia Grisi in a terzetto from his opera Falstaff (Grisi performed at the 1838 world premiere in London), probably in an upcoming concert performance.  One page, 5.25 x 4 inches, signed as Balfe, some toning over the lower border, otherwise in very good condition.
  • (Item #: M5705-Y8D)
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945); Hungarian pianist (1903-1982) and second wife of the composer. Program for a performance of works by Beethoven and Schubert at The Town Hall, New York, on November 3, 1940, by the couple Bartok, signed by them on the front cover.  Size is 5.9 x 8.9 inches,14 pages plus covers, some stains, central fold, in overall very good condition.
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945); Hungarian pianist (1903-1982) and second wife of the composer. Program for a performance of works by... read more >
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945); Hungarian pianist (1903-1982) and second wife of the composer. Program for a performance of works by Beethoven and Schubert at The Town Hall, New York, on November 3, 1940, by the couple Bartok, signed by them on the front cover.  Size is 5.9 x 8.9 inches,14 pages plus covers, some stains, central fold, in overall very good condition.
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945); Hungarian pianist (1903-1982) and...

    $995.00 USD

    (Item #: M5705-Y8D)
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945); Hungarian pianist (1903-1982) and second wife of the composer. Program for a performance of works by Beethoven and Schubert at The Town Hall, New York, on November 3, 1940, by the couple Bartok, signed by them on the front cover.  Size is 5.9 x 8.9 inches,14 pages plus covers, some stains, central fold, in overall very good condition.
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945); Hungarian pianist (1903-1982) and second wife of the composer. Program for a performance of works by... read more >
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945); Hungarian pianist (1903-1982) and second wife of the composer. Program for a performance of works by Beethoven and Schubert at The Town Hall, New York, on November 3, 1940, by the couple Bartok, signed by them on the front cover.  Size is 5.9 x 8.9 inches,14 pages plus covers, some stains, central fold, in overall very good condition.
  • (Item #: M6253-Y12E)
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945), one of the most important composers of the 20th century. Signed autograph album page, 5.25 x 7.7 inches, in excellent condition. Sold together with a modern print photo of the composer at the piano, sized 5.4 x 5.4 inches, a nice image to frame with the signature if desired.
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945), one of the most important composers of the 20th century. Signed autograph album page, 5.25 x... read more >
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945), one of the most important composers of the 20th century. Signed autograph album page, 5.25 x 7.7 inches, in excellent condition. Sold together with a modern print photo of the composer at the piano, sized 5.4 x 5.4 inches, a nice image to frame with the signature if desired.
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945), one of the...

    $850.00 USD

    (Item #: M6253-Y12E)
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945), one of the most important composers of the 20th century. Signed autograph album page, 5.25 x 7.7 inches, in excellent condition. Sold together with a modern print photo of the composer at the piano, sized 5.4 x 5.4 inches, a nice image to frame with the signature if desired.
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945), one of the most important composers of the 20th century. Signed autograph album page, 5.25 x... read more >
    Hungarian composer and pianist (1881-1945), one of the most important composers of the 20th century. Signed autograph album page, 5.25 x 7.7 inches, in excellent condition. Sold together with a modern print photo of the composer at the piano, sized 5.4 x 5.4 inches, a nice image to frame with the signature if desired.
  • (Item #: H4455-W5B)
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest of the Bel Canto era whose best-remembered works are Norma, I Puritani, and La Sonnambula. Wonderful short autograph letter in Italian (sold with translation) signed by the composer whose recipient was the Scottish publisher and composer Montague Corri (1784-1849), son of the composer Domenico Corri.  In this letter, Maestro Bellini mentions the famous chorus "Guerra! Guerra!" from his opera Norma. Size is 5.2 x 8.1 inches, 1 page, minor rust stains with a blind-stamped shield plus an additional page with Bellini's handwriting "A Monsieur Corri", some folds and minor paper repairs on verso, in very good condition. A highly desirable letter to collect from one of the most prominent opera composers of the XIX century! ALSO INCLUDED is an original, vintage etching showing the composers, 6.6 x 10.2 inches, minor stains, in very good condition, ideal to frame with this wonderful autograph letter.
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest of the Bel Canto era whose best-remembered works are Norma, I Puritani,... read more >
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest of the Bel Canto era whose best-remembered works are Norma, I Puritani, and La Sonnambula. Wonderful short autograph letter in Italian (sold with translation) signed by the composer whose recipient was the Scottish publisher and composer Montague Corri (1784-1849), son of the composer Domenico Corri.  In this letter, Maestro Bellini mentions the famous chorus "Guerra! Guerra!" from his opera Norma. Size is 5.2 x 8.1 inches, 1 page, minor rust stains with a blind-stamped shield plus an additional page with Bellini's handwriting "A Monsieur Corri", some folds and minor paper repairs on verso, in very good condition. A highly desirable letter to collect from one of the most prominent opera composers of the XIX century! ALSO INCLUDED is an original, vintage etching showing the composers, 6.6 x 10.2 inches, minor stains, in very good condition, ideal to frame with this wonderful autograph letter.
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest...

    $4,395.00 USD

    (Item #: H4455-W5B)
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest of the Bel Canto era whose best-remembered works are Norma, I Puritani, and La Sonnambula. Wonderful short autograph letter in Italian (sold with translation) signed by the composer whose recipient was the Scottish publisher and composer Montague Corri (1784-1849), son of the composer Domenico Corri.  In this letter, Maestro Bellini mentions the famous chorus "Guerra! Guerra!" from his opera Norma. Size is 5.2 x 8.1 inches, 1 page, minor rust stains with a blind-stamped shield plus an additional page with Bellini's handwriting "A Monsieur Corri", some folds and minor paper repairs on verso, in very good condition. A highly desirable letter to collect from one of the most prominent opera composers of the XIX century! ALSO INCLUDED is an original, vintage etching showing the composers, 6.6 x 10.2 inches, minor stains, in very good condition, ideal to frame with this wonderful autograph letter.
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest of the Bel Canto era whose best-remembered works are Norma, I Puritani,... read more >
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest of the Bel Canto era whose best-remembered works are Norma, I Puritani, and La Sonnambula. Wonderful short autograph letter in Italian (sold with translation) signed by the composer whose recipient was the Scottish publisher and composer Montague Corri (1784-1849), son of the composer Domenico Corri.  In this letter, Maestro Bellini mentions the famous chorus "Guerra! Guerra!" from his opera Norma. Size is 5.2 x 8.1 inches, 1 page, minor rust stains with a blind-stamped shield plus an additional page with Bellini's handwriting "A Monsieur Corri", some folds and minor paper repairs on verso, in very good condition. A highly desirable letter to collect from one of the most prominent opera composers of the XIX century! ALSO INCLUDED is an original, vintage etching showing the composers, 6.6 x 10.2 inches, minor stains, in very good condition, ideal to frame with this wonderful autograph letter.
  • (Item #: M4832-D4H)
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest of the Bel Canto era whose best-remembered works are Norma, I Puritani, and La Sonnambula. Letter handwritten and signed by him, dated in Paris, May 22nd, 1835 - this is shortly before his death in September of the same year. Written in Italian, sold untranslated, Bellini is asking someone to help his friend Count Barbó who is coming to Paris. One page, 5.25 x 8 inches, in excellent condition.  ALSO INCLUDED is a vintage print of the composer, a nice addition to this letter if you wish to frame them together. Size is 6.5 x 10.25 inches, in excellent condition. See scans.
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest of the Bel Canto era whose best-remembered works are Norma, I Puritani,... read more >
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest of the Bel Canto era whose best-remembered works are Norma, I Puritani, and La Sonnambula. Letter handwritten and signed by him, dated in Paris, May 22nd, 1835 - this is shortly before his death in September of the same year. Written in Italian, sold untranslated, Bellini is asking someone to help his friend Count Barbó who is coming to Paris. One page, 5.25 x 8 inches, in excellent condition.  ALSO INCLUDED is a vintage print of the composer, a nice addition to this letter if you wish to frame them together. Size is 6.5 x 10.25 inches, in excellent condition. See scans.
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest...

    $5,500.00 USD

    (Item #: M4832-D4H)
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest of the Bel Canto era whose best-remembered works are Norma, I Puritani, and La Sonnambula. Letter handwritten and signed by him, dated in Paris, May 22nd, 1835 - this is shortly before his death in September of the same year. Written in Italian, sold untranslated, Bellini is asking someone to help his friend Count Barbó who is coming to Paris. One page, 5.25 x 8 inches, in excellent condition.  ALSO INCLUDED is a vintage print of the composer, a nice addition to this letter if you wish to frame them together. Size is 6.5 x 10.25 inches, in excellent condition. See scans.
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest of the Bel Canto era whose best-remembered works are Norma, I Puritani,... read more >
    Italian opera composer (1801-1835), one of the greatest of the Bel Canto era whose best-remembered works are Norma, I Puritani, and La Sonnambula. Letter handwritten and signed by him, dated in Paris, May 22nd, 1835 - this is shortly before his death in September of the same year. Written in Italian, sold untranslated, Bellini is asking someone to help his friend Count Barbó who is coming to Paris. One page, 5.25 x 8 inches, in excellent condition.  ALSO INCLUDED is a vintage print of the composer, a nice addition to this letter if you wish to frame them together. Size is 6.5 x 10.25 inches, in excellent condition. See scans.
  • (Item #: GA1157a-GX236D)
    Austrian composer (1885–1935), creator of works that combined Mahlerian Romanticism with his own of Schoenberg's twelve-tone technique.  Signed album page, with a short sentiment, dated (apparently in 1923). Album page has 3 other signatures (2 right above are in pencil), unidentified signers, and one signature on verso by famous Dutch conductor Willem Mengelberg. Size is 5 x 6.5 inches, in excellent condition.  ALSO INCLUDED is a copy of a photo of him by Fayer, nice to frame with this item if desired.
    Austrian composer (1885–1935), creator of works that combined Mahlerian Romanticism with his own of Schoenberg's twelve-tone technique.  Signed album page,... read more >
    Austrian composer (1885–1935), creator of works that combined Mahlerian Romanticism with his own of Schoenberg's twelve-tone technique.  Signed album page, with a short sentiment, dated (apparently in 1923). Album page has 3 other signatures (2 right above are in pencil), unidentified signers, and one signature on verso by famous Dutch conductor Willem Mengelberg. Size is 5 x 6.5 inches, in excellent condition.  ALSO INCLUDED is a copy of a photo of him by Fayer, nice to frame with this item if desired.
    Austrian composer (1885–1935), creator of works that combined...

    $1,475.00 USD

    (Item #: GA1157a-GX236D)
    Austrian composer (1885–1935), creator of works that combined Mahlerian Romanticism with his own of Schoenberg's twelve-tone technique.  Signed album page, with a short sentiment, dated (apparently in 1923). Album page has 3 other signatures (2 right above are in pencil), unidentified signers, and one signature on verso by famous Dutch conductor Willem Mengelberg. Size is 5 x 6.5 inches, in excellent condition.  ALSO INCLUDED is a copy of a photo of him by Fayer, nice to frame with this item if desired.
    Austrian composer (1885–1935), creator of works that combined Mahlerian Romanticism with his own of Schoenberg's twelve-tone technique.  Signed album page,... read more >
    Austrian composer (1885–1935), creator of works that combined Mahlerian Romanticism with his own of Schoenberg's twelve-tone technique.  Signed album page, with a short sentiment, dated (apparently in 1923). Album page has 3 other signatures (2 right above are in pencil), unidentified signers, and one signature on verso by famous Dutch conductor Willem Mengelberg. Size is 5 x 6.5 inches, in excellent condition.  ALSO INCLUDED is a copy of a photo of him by Fayer, nice to frame with this item if desired.
  • (Item #: H8554-GZ090E)
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of his orchestral works such as Symphonie Fantastique, and his operas Benvenuto Cellini, and Les Troyens. Autograph note in French signed by him (no year indicated) to his biographer Roger Duchene about visiting plans. Size is 3.9 x 4.7 inches, 1 page, in excellent condition.
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of his orchestral works such as Symphonie Fantastique, and his operas Benvenuto Cellini,... read more >
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of his orchestral works such as Symphonie Fantastique, and his operas Benvenuto Cellini, and Les Troyens. Autograph note in French signed by him (no year indicated) to his biographer Roger Duchene about visiting plans. Size is 3.9 x 4.7 inches, 1 page, in excellent condition.
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of...

    $995.00 USD

    (Item #: H8554-GZ090E)
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of his orchestral works such as Symphonie Fantastique, and his operas Benvenuto Cellini, and Les Troyens. Autograph note in French signed by him (no year indicated) to his biographer Roger Duchene about visiting plans. Size is 3.9 x 4.7 inches, 1 page, in excellent condition.
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of his orchestral works such as Symphonie Fantastique, and his operas Benvenuto Cellini,... read more >
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of his orchestral works such as Symphonie Fantastique, and his operas Benvenuto Cellini, and Les Troyens. Autograph note in French signed by him (no year indicated) to his biographer Roger Duchene about visiting plans. Size is 3.9 x 4.7 inches, 1 page, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: K2911-X1C)
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of his orchestral works such as Symphonie Fantastique, and his operas Benvenuto Cellini, and Les Troyens. Autograph note in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, to Mr. Gye, manager of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, about the music business.  Size is 4.3 x 6.75 inches, in excellent condition.
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of his orchestral works such as Symphonie Fantastique, and his operas Benvenuto Cellini,... read more >
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of his orchestral works such as Symphonie Fantastique, and his operas Benvenuto Cellini, and Les Troyens. Autograph note in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, to Mr. Gye, manager of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, about the music business.  Size is 4.3 x 6.75 inches, in excellent condition.
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of...

    $975.00 USD

    (Item #: K2911-X1C)
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of his orchestral works such as Symphonie Fantastique, and his operas Benvenuto Cellini, and Les Troyens. Autograph note in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, to Mr. Gye, manager of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, about the music business.  Size is 4.3 x 6.75 inches, in excellent condition.
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of his orchestral works such as Symphonie Fantastique, and his operas Benvenuto Cellini,... read more >
    French romantic composer (1803-1869), best known for some of his orchestral works such as Symphonie Fantastique, and his operas Benvenuto Cellini, and Les Troyens. Autograph note in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, to Mr. Gye, manager of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, about the music business.  Size is 4.3 x 6.75 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: S7814-W5D)
    French composer (1803-1869), French composer (1799-1862), and French composer (1803-1856). Wonderful handwritten document dated in Paris, France, on January 22th, 1849, signed by many artists and personalities about a meeting to organize a gala party by Comité de l'Association des Artistes with its letterhead. Signers include the three stars French composers Hector Berlioz, Fromental Halevy, Adolph Adam, Belgian playwright Isidore Taylor (1793-1879), pianist Pierre Zimmerman (1785-1853), French doctor and zoologist Achille Comte (1802-1866), French painter Francois Picot (1786-1868), French violinist Jean-Delphin Alard (1815-1888), French scholar Paul Lacroix (1806-1884), Belgian violinist Jean-Baptiste Tolbecque (1797-1869), French politician Achille Juvinal (1810-1875), French novelist Emmanuel Gonzales (1815-1889), French painter Charles Marie Bouton (1781-1853), and others. Size is 8.25 x 10.75 inches, 1 page, minor folds, rust stains, in overall excellent condition. Remarkable collection of signatures of important artists and personalities in different fields of the first half of the XIX Century.
    French composer (1803-1869), French composer (1799-1862), and French composer (1803-1856). Wonderful handwritten document dated in Paris, France, on January 22th,... read more >
    French composer (1803-1869), French composer (1799-1862), and French composer (1803-1856). Wonderful handwritten document dated in Paris, France, on January 22th, 1849, signed by many artists and personalities about a meeting to organize a gala party by Comité de l'Association des Artistes with its letterhead. Signers include the three stars French composers Hector Berlioz, Fromental Halevy, Adolph Adam, Belgian playwright Isidore Taylor (1793-1879), pianist Pierre Zimmerman (1785-1853), French doctor and zoologist Achille Comte (1802-1866), French painter Francois Picot (1786-1868), French violinist Jean-Delphin Alard (1815-1888), French scholar Paul Lacroix (1806-1884), Belgian violinist Jean-Baptiste Tolbecque (1797-1869), French politician Achille Juvinal (1810-1875), French novelist Emmanuel Gonzales (1815-1889), French painter Charles Marie Bouton (1781-1853), and others. Size is 8.25 x 10.75 inches, 1 page, minor folds, rust stains, in overall excellent condition. Remarkable collection of signatures of important artists and personalities in different fields of the first half of the XIX Century.
    French composer (1803-1869), French composer (1799-1862), and French...

    $1,975.00 USD

    (Item #: S7814-W5D)
    French composer (1803-1869), French composer (1799-1862), and French composer (1803-1856). Wonderful handwritten document dated in Paris, France, on January 22th, 1849, signed by many artists and personalities about a meeting to organize a gala party by Comité de l'Association des Artistes with its letterhead. Signers include the three stars French composers Hector Berlioz, Fromental Halevy, Adolph Adam, Belgian playwright Isidore Taylor (1793-1879), pianist Pierre Zimmerman (1785-1853), French doctor and zoologist Achille Comte (1802-1866), French painter Francois Picot (1786-1868), French violinist Jean-Delphin Alard (1815-1888), French scholar Paul Lacroix (1806-1884), Belgian violinist Jean-Baptiste Tolbecque (1797-1869), French politician Achille Juvinal (1810-1875), French novelist Emmanuel Gonzales (1815-1889), French painter Charles Marie Bouton (1781-1853), and others. Size is 8.25 x 10.75 inches, 1 page, minor folds, rust stains, in overall excellent condition. Remarkable collection of signatures of important artists and personalities in different fields of the first half of the XIX Century.
    French composer (1803-1869), French composer (1799-1862), and French composer (1803-1856). Wonderful handwritten document dated in Paris, France, on January 22th,... read more >
    French composer (1803-1869), French composer (1799-1862), and French composer (1803-1856). Wonderful handwritten document dated in Paris, France, on January 22th, 1849, signed by many artists and personalities about a meeting to organize a gala party by Comité de l'Association des Artistes with its letterhead. Signers include the three stars French composers Hector Berlioz, Fromental Halevy, Adolph Adam, Belgian playwright Isidore Taylor (1793-1879), pianist Pierre Zimmerman (1785-1853), French doctor and zoologist Achille Comte (1802-1866), French painter Francois Picot (1786-1868), French violinist Jean-Delphin Alard (1815-1888), French scholar Paul Lacroix (1806-1884), Belgian violinist Jean-Baptiste Tolbecque (1797-1869), French politician Achille Juvinal (1810-1875), French novelist Emmanuel Gonzales (1815-1889), French painter Charles Marie Bouton (1781-1853), and others. Size is 8.25 x 10.75 inches, 1 page, minor folds, rust stains, in overall excellent condition. Remarkable collection of signatures of important artists and personalities in different fields of the first half of the XIX Century.
  • (Item #: K3098-OS1)
    French composer (1895-1953) and music critic. Fine set of 3 score manuscripts as follows:  2 manuscripts for his work "Bajazet" (7 pages and 4 pages each), and 1 manuscript for his work for "Clavecin et Chant" (3 pages). Each one of them is handwritten and signed by the composer.   Each one's size is 10.6 x 13.75 inches, in very good condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.
    French composer (1895-1953) and music critic. Fine set of 3 score manuscripts as follows:  2 manuscripts for his work "Bajazet"... read more >
    French composer (1895-1953) and music critic. Fine set of 3 score manuscripts as follows:  2 manuscripts for his work "Bajazet" (7 pages and 4 pages each), and 1 manuscript for his work for "Clavecin et Chant" (3 pages). Each one of them is handwritten and signed by the composer.   Each one's size is 10.6 x 13.75 inches, in very good condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.
    French composer (1895-1953) and music critic. Fine set...

    $800.00 USD

    (Item #: K3098-OS1)
    French composer (1895-1953) and music critic. Fine set of 3 score manuscripts as follows:  2 manuscripts for his work "Bajazet" (7 pages and 4 pages each), and 1 manuscript for his work for "Clavecin et Chant" (3 pages). Each one of them is handwritten and signed by the composer.   Each one's size is 10.6 x 13.75 inches, in very good condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.
    French composer (1895-1953) and music critic. Fine set of 3 score manuscripts as follows:  2 manuscripts for his work "Bajazet"... read more >
    French composer (1895-1953) and music critic. Fine set of 3 score manuscripts as follows:  2 manuscripts for his work "Bajazet" (7 pages and 4 pages each), and 1 manuscript for his work for "Clavecin et Chant" (3 pages). Each one of them is handwritten and signed by the composer.   Each one's size is 10.6 x 13.75 inches, in very good condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.
  • (Item #: H6294-Y12F)
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas Carmen and Les Pecheurs de Perles in a career cut short by his early death. Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, addressed to one of his friends. Size is 6.75 x 425 inches, 1 sheet written on both sides, jagged and embossed borders, in very good condition.
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas Carmen and Les Pecheurs de Perles in a career cut short by... read more >
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas Carmen and Les Pecheurs de Perles in a career cut short by his early death. Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, addressed to one of his friends. Size is 6.75 x 425 inches, 1 sheet written on both sides, jagged and embossed borders, in very good condition.
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas...

    $1,395.00 USD

    (Item #: H6294-Y12F)
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas Carmen and Les Pecheurs de Perles in a career cut short by his early death. Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, addressed to one of his friends. Size is 6.75 x 425 inches, 1 sheet written on both sides, jagged and embossed borders, in very good condition.
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas Carmen and Les Pecheurs de Perles in a career cut short by... read more >
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas Carmen and Les Pecheurs de Perles in a career cut short by his early death. Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, addressed to one of his friends. Size is 6.75 x 425 inches, 1 sheet written on both sides, jagged and embossed borders, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: H6549-W1H)
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas Carmen and Les Pecheurs de Perles in a career cut short by his early death. Autograph letter written in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, addressed to his librettist Louis Gallet mentioning his opera "Djamileh", no date but circa 1871.  Size is 5.3 x 8.2 inches, central fold, minor stains, in very good condition.
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas Carmen and Les Pecheurs de Perles in a career cut short by... read more >
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas Carmen and Les Pecheurs de Perles in a career cut short by his early death. Autograph letter written in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, addressed to his librettist Louis Gallet mentioning his opera "Djamileh", no date but circa 1871.  Size is 5.3 x 8.2 inches, central fold, minor stains, in very good condition.
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas...

    $2,000.00 USD

    (Item #: H6549-W1H)
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas Carmen and Les Pecheurs de Perles in a career cut short by his early death. Autograph letter written in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, addressed to his librettist Louis Gallet mentioning his opera "Djamileh", no date but circa 1871.  Size is 5.3 x 8.2 inches, central fold, minor stains, in very good condition.
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas Carmen and Les Pecheurs de Perles in a career cut short by... read more >
    French composer (1838-1875), best known for his operas Carmen and Les Pecheurs de Perles in a career cut short by his early death. Autograph letter written in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, addressed to his librettist Louis Gallet mentioning his opera "Djamileh", no date but circa 1871.  Size is 5.3 x 8.2 inches, central fold, minor stains, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: H4453-W5B)
    Star French composer (1838-1875) of the Romantic era; best known for his opera "Carmen" -one of the most popular and frequently performed works of the entire opera repertoire, in a career cut short by his early death. Short autograph note written in French (sold with transcription and translation) about an appointment signed by the composer.  Size is 5.25 x 6.5 inches, 1 page, folds, otherwise in excellent condition.
    Star French composer (1838-1875) of the Romantic era; best known for his opera "Carmen" -one of the most popular and... read more >
    Star French composer (1838-1875) of the Romantic era; best known for his opera "Carmen" -one of the most popular and frequently performed works of the entire opera repertoire, in a career cut short by his early death. Short autograph note written in French (sold with transcription and translation) about an appointment signed by the composer.  Size is 5.25 x 6.5 inches, 1 page, folds, otherwise in excellent condition.
    Star French composer (1838-1875) of the Romantic era;...

    $2,150.00 USD

    (Item #: H4453-W5B)
    Star French composer (1838-1875) of the Romantic era; best known for his opera "Carmen" -one of the most popular and frequently performed works of the entire opera repertoire, in a career cut short by his early death. Short autograph note written in French (sold with transcription and translation) about an appointment signed by the composer.  Size is 5.25 x 6.5 inches, 1 page, folds, otherwise in excellent condition.
    Star French composer (1838-1875) of the Romantic era; best known for his opera "Carmen" -one of the most popular and... read more >
    Star French composer (1838-1875) of the Romantic era; best known for his opera "Carmen" -one of the most popular and frequently performed works of the entire opera repertoire, in a career cut short by his early death. Short autograph note written in French (sold with transcription and translation) about an appointment signed by the composer.  Size is 5.25 x 6.5 inches, 1 page, folds, otherwise in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: H5194-W5G)
    German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Large handwritten musical sheet with a short piece for piano by composer Moritz Peuschel (1838-1892) where Johannes Brahms wrote "The old aunt!" twice and added a short sentiment with his signature, dated in Vienna, 1885.  On verso there are some extra music notes and a wax-sealed attached card.  Large Size: 12.8 x 5.1 inches (trimmed from a larger format), minor stains, in very good condition.  
    German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history... read more >
    German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Large handwritten musical sheet with a short piece for piano by composer Moritz Peuschel (1838-1892) where Johannes Brahms wrote "The old aunt!" twice and added a short sentiment with his signature, dated in Vienna, 1885.  On verso there are some extra music notes and a wax-sealed attached card.  Large Size: 12.8 x 5.1 inches (trimmed from a larger format), minor stains, in very good condition.  
    German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of...

    $8,950.00 USD

    (Item #: H5194-W5G)
    German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Large handwritten musical sheet with a short piece for piano by composer Moritz Peuschel (1838-1892) where Johannes Brahms wrote "The old aunt!" twice and added a short sentiment with his signature, dated in Vienna, 1885.  On verso there are some extra music notes and a wax-sealed attached card.  Large Size: 12.8 x 5.1 inches (trimmed from a larger format), minor stains, in very good condition.  
    German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history... read more >
    German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Large handwritten musical sheet with a short piece for piano by composer Moritz Peuschel (1838-1892) where Johannes Brahms wrote "The old aunt!" twice and added a short sentiment with his signature, dated in Vienna, 1885.  On verso there are some extra music notes and a wax-sealed attached card.  Large Size: 12.8 x 5.1 inches (trimmed from a larger format), minor stains, in very good condition.  
  • (Item #: H1618-CH)
    Limited edition book, signed on the first page both by composer Benjamin Britten and illustrator Sidney Nolan, published by Faber Music, London. A facsimile of the original score of the piece with the same name, with full color, full page illustrations by Nolan.  An edition of only 1000 copies, of which 300 were signed by both composer and artist, this one is number 167, published celebrating the 60th birthday of Britten. Total size is 11.25 x 15.3 inches, hardcovers, original bookcase is included (not shown), in excellent condition.  See scans of front cover, title page, first page, and a couple of pages inside. 
    Limited edition book, signed on the first page both by composer Benjamin Britten and illustrator Sidney Nolan, published by Faber... read more >
    Limited edition book, signed on the first page both by composer Benjamin Britten and illustrator Sidney Nolan, published by Faber Music, London. A facsimile of the original score of the piece with the same name, with full color, full page illustrations by Nolan.  An edition of only 1000 copies, of which 300 were signed by both composer and artist, this one is number 167, published celebrating the 60th birthday of Britten. Total size is 11.25 x 15.3 inches, hardcovers, original bookcase is included (not shown), in excellent condition.  See scans of front cover, title page, first page, and a couple of pages inside. 
    Limited edition book, signed on the first page...

    $750.00 USD

    (Item #: H1618-CH)
    Limited edition book, signed on the first page both by composer Benjamin Britten and illustrator Sidney Nolan, published by Faber Music, London. A facsimile of the original score of the piece with the same name, with full color, full page illustrations by Nolan.  An edition of only 1000 copies, of which 300 were signed by both composer and artist, this one is number 167, published celebrating the 60th birthday of Britten. Total size is 11.25 x 15.3 inches, hardcovers, original bookcase is included (not shown), in excellent condition.  See scans of front cover, title page, first page, and a couple of pages inside. 
    Limited edition book, signed on the first page both by composer Benjamin Britten and illustrator Sidney Nolan, published by Faber... read more >
    Limited edition book, signed on the first page both by composer Benjamin Britten and illustrator Sidney Nolan, published by Faber Music, London. A facsimile of the original score of the piece with the same name, with full color, full page illustrations by Nolan.  An edition of only 1000 copies, of which 300 were signed by both composer and artist, this one is number 167, published celebrating the 60th birthday of Britten. Total size is 11.25 x 15.3 inches, hardcovers, original bookcase is included (not shown), in excellent condition.  See scans of front cover, title page, first page, and a couple of pages inside. 
  • (Item #: M8135-Y14G)
    Italian composer (1787-1872) whose career focused mostly on opera - he wrote almost 30 operas, some very successful in his time. Autograph note signed, in French, untranslated, dated in 1833. One page, 4.6 x 7.3 inches, pencil markings by another hand at the top, in very good condition. Rare!
    Italian composer (1787-1872) whose career focused mostly on opera - he wrote almost 30 operas, some very successful in his... read more >
    Italian composer (1787-1872) whose career focused mostly on opera - he wrote almost 30 operas, some very successful in his time. Autograph note signed, in French, untranslated, dated in 1833. One page, 4.6 x 7.3 inches, pencil markings by another hand at the top, in very good condition. Rare!
    Italian composer (1787-1872) whose career focused mostly on...

    $535.00 USD

    (Item #: M8135-Y14G)
    Italian composer (1787-1872) whose career focused mostly on opera - he wrote almost 30 operas, some very successful in his time. Autograph note signed, in French, untranslated, dated in 1833. One page, 4.6 x 7.3 inches, pencil markings by another hand at the top, in very good condition. Rare!
    Italian composer (1787-1872) whose career focused mostly on opera - he wrote almost 30 operas, some very successful in his... read more >
    Italian composer (1787-1872) whose career focused mostly on opera - he wrote almost 30 operas, some very successful in his time. Autograph note signed, in French, untranslated, dated in 1833. One page, 4.6 x 7.3 inches, pencil markings by another hand at the top, in very good condition. Rare!
  • (Item #: K2894-X1C)
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the pre-eminent cellist of the first half of the 20th century, and one of the greatest cellists of all time. 2-bar autograph music quote with music by Mendelssohn on a regular postcard signed by him (postal markings indicate the year 1910). Size is 5.4 x 3.5 inches, small crack over the lower-left corner, written address by another hand, otherwise in excellent condition.
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the pre-eminent cellist of the first half of the 20th century, and one... read more >
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the pre-eminent cellist of the first half of the 20th century, and one of the greatest cellists of all time. 2-bar autograph music quote with music by Mendelssohn on a regular postcard signed by him (postal markings indicate the year 1910). Size is 5.4 x 3.5 inches, small crack over the lower-left corner, written address by another hand, otherwise in excellent condition.
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the...

    $550.00 USD

    (Item #: K2894-X1C)
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the pre-eminent cellist of the first half of the 20th century, and one of the greatest cellists of all time. 2-bar autograph music quote with music by Mendelssohn on a regular postcard signed by him (postal markings indicate the year 1910). Size is 5.4 x 3.5 inches, small crack over the lower-left corner, written address by another hand, otherwise in excellent condition.
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the pre-eminent cellist of the first half of the 20th century, and one... read more >
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the pre-eminent cellist of the first half of the 20th century, and one of the greatest cellists of all time. 2-bar autograph music quote with music by Mendelssohn on a regular postcard signed by him (postal markings indicate the year 1910). Size is 5.4 x 3.5 inches, small crack over the lower-left corner, written address by another hand, otherwise in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: K2913-X1C)
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the pre-eminent cellist of the first half of the 20th century, and one of the greatest cellists of all time. 2-bar autograph music quote on an album page signed by him and dated in Glasgow January 10, 1911. Size is 6.25 x 7.75 inches, some stains, in overall excellent condition. On verso, there is a signature of the English pianist Katherine Goodson dated January 1, 1911 (not shown).
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the pre-eminent cellist of the first half of the 20th century, and one... read more >
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the pre-eminent cellist of the first half of the 20th century, and one of the greatest cellists of all time. 2-bar autograph music quote on an album page signed by him and dated in Glasgow January 10, 1911. Size is 6.25 x 7.75 inches, some stains, in overall excellent condition. On verso, there is a signature of the English pianist Katherine Goodson dated January 1, 1911 (not shown).
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the...

    $675.00 USD

    (Item #: K2913-X1C)
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the pre-eminent cellist of the first half of the 20th century, and one of the greatest cellists of all time. 2-bar autograph music quote on an album page signed by him and dated in Glasgow January 10, 1911. Size is 6.25 x 7.75 inches, some stains, in overall excellent condition. On verso, there is a signature of the English pianist Katherine Goodson dated January 1, 1911 (not shown).
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the pre-eminent cellist of the first half of the 20th century, and one... read more >
    Spanish cellist, composer, and conductor (1876-1973), regarded as the pre-eminent cellist of the first half of the 20th century, and one of the greatest cellists of all time. 2-bar autograph music quote on an album page signed by him and dated in Glasgow January 10, 1911. Size is 6.25 x 7.75 inches, some stains, in overall excellent condition. On verso, there is a signature of the English pianist Katherine Goodson dated January 1, 1911 (not shown).
  • (Item #: S2199-D4I)
    French romantic composer (1855-1899) who died just as his career was beginning to flourish.  Autograph letter written in French (sold with a translation in English), no year, to an unknown recipient, signed by the French composer.  Size is 4.4 x 7.1 inches, 1 page (written on both sides), in very good condition.
    French romantic composer (1855-1899) who died just as his career was beginning to flourish.  Autograph letter written in French (sold... read more >
    French romantic composer (1855-1899) who died just as his career was beginning to flourish.  Autograph letter written in French (sold with a translation in English), no year, to an unknown recipient, signed by the French composer.  Size is 4.4 x 7.1 inches, 1 page (written on both sides), in very good condition.
    French romantic composer (1855-1899) who died just as...

    $1,385.00 USD

    (Item #: S2199-D4I)
    French romantic composer (1855-1899) who died just as his career was beginning to flourish.  Autograph letter written in French (sold with a translation in English), no year, to an unknown recipient, signed by the French composer.  Size is 4.4 x 7.1 inches, 1 page (written on both sides), in very good condition.
    French romantic composer (1855-1899) who died just as his career was beginning to flourish.  Autograph letter written in French (sold... read more >
    French romantic composer (1855-1899) who died just as his career was beginning to flourish.  Autograph letter written in French (sold with a translation in English), no year, to an unknown recipient, signed by the French composer.  Size is 4.4 x 7.1 inches, 1 page (written on both sides), in very good condition.
  • (Item #: K2918-X1C)
    American composer, teacher, writer, and conductor (1900-1990), one of the most important composers from America in the 20th century. 2-bar autograph music quote on an album page from his work "El Salon México" signed by him in Rio de Janeiro, in September 1947. Size is 5.75 x 4.4 inches, in very good condition.
    American composer, teacher, writer, and conductor (1900-1990), one of the most important composers from America in the 20th century. 2-bar... read more >
    American composer, teacher, writer, and conductor (1900-1990), one of the most important composers from America in the 20th century. 2-bar autograph music quote on an album page from his work "El Salon México" signed by him in Rio de Janeiro, in September 1947. Size is 5.75 x 4.4 inches, in very good condition.
    American composer, teacher, writer, and conductor (1900-1990), one...

    $695.00 USD

    (Item #: K2918-X1C)
    American composer, teacher, writer, and conductor (1900-1990), one of the most important composers from America in the 20th century. 2-bar autograph music quote on an album page from his work "El Salon México" signed by him in Rio de Janeiro, in September 1947. Size is 5.75 x 4.4 inches, in very good condition.
    American composer, teacher, writer, and conductor (1900-1990), one of the most important composers from America in the 20th century. 2-bar... read more >
    American composer, teacher, writer, and conductor (1900-1990), one of the most important composers from America in the 20th century. 2-bar autograph music quote on an album page from his work "El Salon México" signed by him in Rio de Janeiro, in September 1947. Size is 5.75 x 4.4 inches, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: M5918-Y11C)
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most prominent figures of impressionist music. Autograph letter signed, dated on January 4th, 1904, to a friend, in French. One page, 4.5 x 7 inches, to a doctor (Abel Desjardins), who had recently treated his wife`s father (her name was Lilly Texier, married since 1899), about an invitation for dinner. Sold with transcription, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a modern photo print of a portrait of the composer, perfect for framing together with this letter. Size is 5 x 6.25 inches, in excellent condition. SEE PRICE BELOW. LISTEN TO CLAUDE DEBUSSY HIMSELF PLAYING "Clair de Lune" AT THE PIANO (recorded in 1913):
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most prominent figures of impressionist music. Autograph letter signed, dated on January 4th,... read more >
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most prominent figures of impressionist music. Autograph letter signed, dated on January 4th, 1904, to a friend, in French. One page, 4.5 x 7 inches, to a doctor (Abel Desjardins), who had recently treated his wife`s father (her name was Lilly Texier, married since 1899), about an invitation for dinner. Sold with transcription, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a modern photo print of a portrait of the composer, perfect for framing together with this letter. Size is 5 x 6.25 inches, in excellent condition. SEE PRICE BELOW. LISTEN TO CLAUDE DEBUSSY HIMSELF PLAYING "Clair de Lune" AT THE PIANO (recorded in 1913):
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most...

    $2,275.00 USD

    (Item #: M5918-Y11C)
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most prominent figures of impressionist music. Autograph letter signed, dated on January 4th, 1904, to a friend, in French. One page, 4.5 x 7 inches, to a doctor (Abel Desjardins), who had recently treated his wife`s father (her name was Lilly Texier, married since 1899), about an invitation for dinner. Sold with transcription, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a modern photo print of a portrait of the composer, perfect for framing together with this letter. Size is 5 x 6.25 inches, in excellent condition. SEE PRICE BELOW. LISTEN TO CLAUDE DEBUSSY HIMSELF PLAYING "Clair de Lune" AT THE PIANO (recorded in 1913):
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most prominent figures of impressionist music. Autograph letter signed, dated on January 4th,... read more >
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most prominent figures of impressionist music. Autograph letter signed, dated on January 4th, 1904, to a friend, in French. One page, 4.5 x 7 inches, to a doctor (Abel Desjardins), who had recently treated his wife`s father (her name was Lilly Texier, married since 1899), about an invitation for dinner. Sold with transcription, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a modern photo print of a portrait of the composer, perfect for framing together with this letter. Size is 5 x 6.25 inches, in excellent condition. SEE PRICE BELOW. LISTEN TO CLAUDE DEBUSSY HIMSELF PLAYING "Clair de Lune" AT THE PIANO (recorded in 1913):
  • (Item #: M8802-W4A)
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most prominent figures of impressionist music. Autograph note signed by him, authorizing the publication of 3 unidentified piano pieces composed by him. No date, but probably from around the early 1910s. One page in French, provided with transcription and translation into English, size is 4.9 x 7.9 inches, two folds, in excellent condition.
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most prominent figures of impressionist music. Autograph note signed by him, authorizing the... read more >
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most prominent figures of impressionist music. Autograph note signed by him, authorizing the publication of 3 unidentified piano pieces composed by him. No date, but probably from around the early 1910s. One page in French, provided with transcription and translation into English, size is 4.9 x 7.9 inches, two folds, in excellent condition.
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most...

    $1,785.00 USD

    (Item #: M8802-W4A)
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most prominent figures of impressionist music. Autograph note signed by him, authorizing the publication of 3 unidentified piano pieces composed by him. No date, but probably from around the early 1910s. One page in French, provided with transcription and translation into English, size is 4.9 x 7.9 inches, two folds, in excellent condition.
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most prominent figures of impressionist music. Autograph note signed by him, authorizing the... read more >
    French composer (1862-1918), and one of the most prominent figures of impressionist music. Autograph note signed by him, authorizing the publication of 3 unidentified piano pieces composed by him. No date, but probably from around the early 1910s. One page in French, provided with transcription and translation into English, size is 4.9 x 7.9 inches, two folds, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: M5756-Y9)
    French composer (1836-1891), famous for his operas. First edition, 106 pages, published by Mme. Cendrier, Paris, 1858.  Monsieur Griffard was Delibes´ first complete opera comique, and was world-premiered in 1857 with French tenor Ernest Leroy in the title role. A fine copy, signed by the composer and inscribed to the creator of the title role “To Monsieur Griffard, with a thousand thanks to the friend Leroy, Leo Delibes, 1858”. Contemporary quarter morocco covers original front wrapper bound in - First edition, extremely rare.
    French composer (1836-1891), famous for his operas. First edition, 106 pages, published by Mme. Cendrier, Paris, 1858.  Monsieur Griffard was... read more >
    French composer (1836-1891), famous for his operas. First edition, 106 pages, published by Mme. Cendrier, Paris, 1858.  Monsieur Griffard was Delibes´ first complete opera comique, and was world-premiered in 1857 with French tenor Ernest Leroy in the title role. A fine copy, signed by the composer and inscribed to the creator of the title role “To Monsieur Griffard, with a thousand thanks to the friend Leroy, Leo Delibes, 1858”. Contemporary quarter morocco covers original front wrapper bound in - First edition, extremely rare.
    French composer (1836-1891), famous for his operas. First...

    $2,650.00 USD

    (Item #: M5756-Y9)
    French composer (1836-1891), famous for his operas. First edition, 106 pages, published by Mme. Cendrier, Paris, 1858.  Monsieur Griffard was Delibes´ first complete opera comique, and was world-premiered in 1857 with French tenor Ernest Leroy in the title role. A fine copy, signed by the composer and inscribed to the creator of the title role “To Monsieur Griffard, with a thousand thanks to the friend Leroy, Leo Delibes, 1858”. Contemporary quarter morocco covers original front wrapper bound in - First edition, extremely rare.
    French composer (1836-1891), famous for his operas. First edition, 106 pages, published by Mme. Cendrier, Paris, 1858.  Monsieur Griffard was... read more >
    French composer (1836-1891), famous for his operas. First edition, 106 pages, published by Mme. Cendrier, Paris, 1858.  Monsieur Griffard was Delibes´ first complete opera comique, and was world-premiered in 1857 with French tenor Ernest Leroy in the title role. A fine copy, signed by the composer and inscribed to the creator of the title role “To Monsieur Griffard, with a thousand thanks to the friend Leroy, Leo Delibes, 1858”. Contemporary quarter morocco covers original front wrapper bound in - First edition, extremely rare.
  • (Item #: K3196-X1E)
    English composer (1862-1934), who developed a very characterized individual orchestration with the use of chromatic harmony. Autograph letter in German on a postcard signed by him and dated 1912 where he discusses the publication of some of his works. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition.
    English composer (1862-1934), who developed a very characterized individual orchestration with the use of chromatic harmony. Autograph letter in German... read more >
    English composer (1862-1934), who developed a very characterized individual orchestration with the use of chromatic harmony. Autograph letter in German on a postcard signed by him and dated 1912 where he discusses the publication of some of his works. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition.
    English composer (1862-1934), who developed a very characterized...

    $1,550.00 USD

    (Item #: K3196-X1E)
    English composer (1862-1934), who developed a very characterized individual orchestration with the use of chromatic harmony. Autograph letter in German on a postcard signed by him and dated 1912 where he discusses the publication of some of his works. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition.
    English composer (1862-1934), who developed a very characterized individual orchestration with the use of chromatic harmony. Autograph letter in German... read more >
    English composer (1862-1934), who developed a very characterized individual orchestration with the use of chromatic harmony. Autograph letter in German on a postcard signed by him and dated 1912 where he discusses the publication of some of his works. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: K2897-X1C)
    Italian composer (1797-1848), best known for his almost 70 operas; along with Rossini and Bellini, he was a leading composer of the bel canto opera style. Autograph note in Italian (untranslated) signed by him. Size is 5.25 x 8.1 inches, 1 page, in very good condition.
    Italian composer (1797-1848), best known for his almost 70 operas; along with Rossini and Bellini, he was a leading composer... read more >
    Italian composer (1797-1848), best known for his almost 70 operas; along with Rossini and Bellini, he was a leading composer of the bel canto opera style. Autograph note in Italian (untranslated) signed by him. Size is 5.25 x 8.1 inches, 1 page, in very good condition.
    Italian composer (1797-1848), best known for his almost...

    $1,250.00 USD

    (Item #: K2897-X1C)
    Italian composer (1797-1848), best known for his almost 70 operas; along with Rossini and Bellini, he was a leading composer of the bel canto opera style. Autograph note in Italian (untranslated) signed by him. Size is 5.25 x 8.1 inches, 1 page, in very good condition.
    Italian composer (1797-1848), best known for his almost 70 operas; along with Rossini and Bellini, he was a leading composer... read more >
    Italian composer (1797-1848), best known for his almost 70 operas; along with Rossini and Bellini, he was a leading composer of the bel canto opera style. Autograph note in Italian (untranslated) signed by him. Size is 5.25 x 8.1 inches, 1 page, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: K2912-X1C)
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known for his popular work "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him. Size is 5 x 6.7 inches, 2 written pages, central fold, in excellent condition.
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known for his popular work "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Autograph letter in French (sold... read more >
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known for his popular work "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him. Size is 5 x 6.7 inches, 2 written pages, central fold, in excellent condition.
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known...

    $895.00 USD

    (Item #: K2912-X1C)
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known for his popular work "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him. Size is 5 x 6.7 inches, 2 written pages, central fold, in excellent condition.
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known for his popular work "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Autograph letter in French (sold... read more >
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known for his popular work "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him. Size is 5 x 6.7 inches, 2 written pages, central fold, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: K2907-X1C)
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known for his popular work "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, dated Feb. 25, 1925. Size is 4.3 x 5.9 inches each page, 2 written pages in one folded sheet, central fold, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is its original envelope. Size is 4.7 x 3.7 inches, some stains, in overall very good condition, loss of paper over the top.
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known for his popular work "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Autograph letter in French (sold... read more >
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known for his popular work "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, dated Feb. 25, 1925. Size is 4.3 x 5.9 inches each page, 2 written pages in one folded sheet, central fold, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is its original envelope. Size is 4.7 x 3.7 inches, some stains, in overall very good condition, loss of paper over the top.
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known...

    $795.00 USD

    (Item #: K2907-X1C)
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known for his popular work "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, dated Feb. 25, 1925. Size is 4.3 x 5.9 inches each page, 2 written pages in one folded sheet, central fold, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is its original envelope. Size is 4.7 x 3.7 inches, some stains, in overall very good condition, loss of paper over the top.
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known for his popular work "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Autograph letter in French (sold... read more >
    French composer (1865-1935), critic, and teacher, well known for his popular work "The Sorcerer's Apprentice". Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, dated Feb. 25, 1925. Size is 4.3 x 5.9 inches each page, 2 written pages in one folded sheet, central fold, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is its original envelope. Size is 4.7 x 3.7 inches, some stains, in overall very good condition, loss of paper over the top.
  • (Item #: M8939-W5E)
    English composer (1857-1934), whose works have entered the British and international classical concert repertoire, being his best-known compositions his cello concerto and his two symphonies. Autograph letter written in English about musical and personal business signed by the composer, dated in Rome, on November 25th, 1917.  Each page is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, 3 pages (1 sheet), central fold, in excellent condition.
    English composer (1857-1934), whose works have entered the British and international classical concert repertoire, being his best-known compositions his cello... read more >
    English composer (1857-1934), whose works have entered the British and international classical concert repertoire, being his best-known compositions his cello concerto and his two symphonies. Autograph letter written in English about musical and personal business signed by the composer, dated in Rome, on November 25th, 1917.  Each page is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, 3 pages (1 sheet), central fold, in excellent condition.
    English composer (1857-1934), whose works have entered the...

    $1,595.00 USD

    (Item #: M8939-W5E)
    English composer (1857-1934), whose works have entered the British and international classical concert repertoire, being his best-known compositions his cello concerto and his two symphonies. Autograph letter written in English about musical and personal business signed by the composer, dated in Rome, on November 25th, 1917.  Each page is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, 3 pages (1 sheet), central fold, in excellent condition.
    English composer (1857-1934), whose works have entered the British and international classical concert repertoire, being his best-known compositions his cello... read more >
    English composer (1857-1934), whose works have entered the British and international classical concert repertoire, being his best-known compositions his cello concerto and his two symphonies. Autograph letter written in English about musical and personal business signed by the composer, dated in Rome, on November 25th, 1917.  Each page is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, 3 pages (1 sheet), central fold, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: K2917-X1C)
    French composer (1845-1924), organist, pianist, and teacher; one of the foremost French composers of his generation. Long autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by Fauré to an unidentified lady, no year indicated. Each page's size is 4.5 x 7 inches, 7 written pages in 2 folded sheets, folds, storage holes over the top in all pages, otherwise in very good condition.
    French composer (1845-1924), organist, pianist, and teacher; one of the foremost French composers of his generation. Long autograph letter in... read more >
    French composer (1845-1924), organist, pianist, and teacher; one of the foremost French composers of his generation. Long autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by Fauré to an unidentified lady, no year indicated. Each page's size is 4.5 x 7 inches, 7 written pages in 2 folded sheets, folds, storage holes over the top in all pages, otherwise in very good condition.
    French composer (1845-1924), organist, pianist, and teacher; one...

    $1,150.00 USD

    (Item #: K2917-X1C)
    French composer (1845-1924), organist, pianist, and teacher; one of the foremost French composers of his generation. Long autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by Fauré to an unidentified lady, no year indicated. Each page's size is 4.5 x 7 inches, 7 written pages in 2 folded sheets, folds, storage holes over the top in all pages, otherwise in very good condition.
    French composer (1845-1924), organist, pianist, and teacher; one of the foremost French composers of his generation. Long autograph letter in... read more >
    French composer (1845-1924), organist, pianist, and teacher; one of the foremost French composers of his generation. Long autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by Fauré to an unidentified lady, no year indicated. Each page's size is 4.5 x 7 inches, 7 written pages in 2 folded sheets, folds, storage holes over the top in all pages, otherwise in very good condition.
  • (Item #: K2901-X1C)
    Russian-born American pianist (1878-1936) noted for the elegance and subtlety of his performances. Gorgeous autograph music quote with 9 bars from his Theme Varie Op.4 signed by him, dated in Paris, April 19, 1904.  Size is 10.4 x 6.6 inches, rust tone on all borders, in very good condition. On verso, there is an extra autograph music quote by the Italian composer Cesare Galeotti with 3 bars of music from his best known work, the opera "Anton", signed and inscribed by him with a short sentiment.
    Russian-born American pianist (1878-1936) noted for the elegance and subtlety of his performances. Gorgeous autograph music quote with 9 bars... read more >
    Russian-born American pianist (1878-1936) noted for the elegance and subtlety of his performances. Gorgeous autograph music quote with 9 bars from his Theme Varie Op.4 signed by him, dated in Paris, April 19, 1904.  Size is 10.4 x 6.6 inches, rust tone on all borders, in very good condition. On verso, there is an extra autograph music quote by the Italian composer Cesare Galeotti with 3 bars of music from his best known work, the opera "Anton", signed and inscribed by him with a short sentiment.
    Russian-born American pianist (1878-1936) noted for the elegance...

    $650.00 USD

    (Item #: K2901-X1C)
    Russian-born American pianist (1878-1936) noted for the elegance and subtlety of his performances. Gorgeous autograph music quote with 9 bars from his Theme Varie Op.4 signed by him, dated in Paris, April 19, 1904.  Size is 10.4 x 6.6 inches, rust tone on all borders, in very good condition. On verso, there is an extra autograph music quote by the Italian composer Cesare Galeotti with 3 bars of music from his best known work, the opera "Anton", signed and inscribed by him with a short sentiment.
    Russian-born American pianist (1878-1936) noted for the elegance and subtlety of his performances. Gorgeous autograph music quote with 9 bars... read more >
    Russian-born American pianist (1878-1936) noted for the elegance and subtlety of his performances. Gorgeous autograph music quote with 9 bars from his Theme Varie Op.4 signed by him, dated in Paris, April 19, 1904.  Size is 10.4 x 6.6 inches, rust tone on all borders, in very good condition. On verso, there is an extra autograph music quote by the Italian composer Cesare Galeotti with 3 bars of music from his best known work, the opera "Anton", signed and inscribed by him with a short sentiment.
  • (Item #: H5246-GZ223F)
    Spanish tenor (1775-1832), composer, impresario, and singing teacher, and father of the celebrated mezzo-sopranos Maria Malibran and Pauline Viardot. Rare contract handwritten and signed by Manuel Garcia and impresario Domenico Rossi on April 2, 1803, where Garcia gave up the rights to the Teatro Coliseo de los Caños de Peral, Madrid, of his opera "El Luto Fingido", premiered on May 30, 1803; and also obliging himself to sing his opera as many nights as requested. Size is 8.5 x 12.25 inches, 1 page, small loss of paper over the right border, some stains, printed at the top with an official seal, year 1803, central fold, in overall very good condition. This is a fabulous and rare document signed and handwritten by Garcia about one of his works as a composer and his commitment to singing as a tenor. 
    Spanish tenor (1775-1832), composer, impresario, and singing teacher, and father of the celebrated mezzo-sopranos Maria Malibran and Pauline Viardot. Rare... read more >
    Spanish tenor (1775-1832), composer, impresario, and singing teacher, and father of the celebrated mezzo-sopranos Maria Malibran and Pauline Viardot. Rare contract handwritten and signed by Manuel Garcia and impresario Domenico Rossi on April 2, 1803, where Garcia gave up the rights to the Teatro Coliseo de los Caños de Peral, Madrid, of his opera "El Luto Fingido", premiered on May 30, 1803; and also obliging himself to sing his opera as many nights as requested. Size is 8.5 x 12.25 inches, 1 page, small loss of paper over the right border, some stains, printed at the top with an official seal, year 1803, central fold, in overall very good condition. This is a fabulous and rare document signed and handwritten by Garcia about one of his works as a composer and his commitment to singing as a tenor. 
    Spanish tenor (1775-1832), composer, impresario, and singing teacher,...

    $1,750.00 USD

    (Item #: H5246-GZ223F)
    Spanish tenor (1775-1832), composer, impresario, and singing teacher, and father of the celebrated mezzo-sopranos Maria Malibran and Pauline Viardot. Rare contract handwritten and signed by Manuel Garcia and impresario Domenico Rossi on April 2, 1803, where Garcia gave up the rights to the Teatro Coliseo de los Caños de Peral, Madrid, of his opera "El Luto Fingido", premiered on May 30, 1803; and also obliging himself to sing his opera as many nights as requested. Size is 8.5 x 12.25 inches, 1 page, small loss of paper over the right border, some stains, printed at the top with an official seal, year 1803, central fold, in overall very good condition. This is a fabulous and rare document signed and handwritten by Garcia about one of his works as a composer and his commitment to singing as a tenor. 
    Spanish tenor (1775-1832), composer, impresario, and singing teacher, and father of the celebrated mezzo-sopranos Maria Malibran and Pauline Viardot. Rare... read more >
    Spanish tenor (1775-1832), composer, impresario, and singing teacher, and father of the celebrated mezzo-sopranos Maria Malibran and Pauline Viardot. Rare contract handwritten and signed by Manuel Garcia and impresario Domenico Rossi on April 2, 1803, where Garcia gave up the rights to the Teatro Coliseo de los Caños de Peral, Madrid, of his opera "El Luto Fingido", premiered on May 30, 1803; and also obliging himself to sing his opera as many nights as requested. Size is 8.5 x 12.25 inches, 1 page, small loss of paper over the right border, some stains, printed at the top with an official seal, year 1803, central fold, in overall very good condition. This is a fabulous and rare document signed and handwritten by Garcia about one of his works as a composer and his commitment to singing as a tenor. 
  • (Item #: K0875-F4G)
    American lyricist (1896-1983) who collaborated with his younger brother George Gershwin (1898-1937) to create the most famous opera in the English language "Porgy and Bess". Typed contract (carbon copy) with original signatures of the two brothers by the bottom of the document, about the leasing to the International Play Bureau in Great Britain, and establishing royalties and fees. Size is 8.3 x 13 inches, 1 page, minor crack, folds, in very good condition. A highly desirable item directly related to their most famous musical work. ALSO INCLUDED  a black-and-white modern print photograph featuring the Gershwin brothers and Fred Astaire, mounted on hard cardboard. Total size is 8 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    American lyricist (1896-1983) who collaborated with his younger brother George Gershwin (1898-1937) to create the most famous opera in the... read more >
    American lyricist (1896-1983) who collaborated with his younger brother George Gershwin (1898-1937) to create the most famous opera in the English language "Porgy and Bess". Typed contract (carbon copy) with original signatures of the two brothers by the bottom of the document, about the leasing to the International Play Bureau in Great Britain, and establishing royalties and fees. Size is 8.3 x 13 inches, 1 page, minor crack, folds, in very good condition. A highly desirable item directly related to their most famous musical work. ALSO INCLUDED  a black-and-white modern print photograph featuring the Gershwin brothers and Fred Astaire, mounted on hard cardboard. Total size is 8 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    American lyricist (1896-1983) who collaborated with his younger...

    $3,950.00 USD

    (Item #: K0875-F4G)
    American lyricist (1896-1983) who collaborated with his younger brother George Gershwin (1898-1937) to create the most famous opera in the English language "Porgy and Bess". Typed contract (carbon copy) with original signatures of the two brothers by the bottom of the document, about the leasing to the International Play Bureau in Great Britain, and establishing royalties and fees. Size is 8.3 x 13 inches, 1 page, minor crack, folds, in very good condition. A highly desirable item directly related to their most famous musical work. ALSO INCLUDED  a black-and-white modern print photograph featuring the Gershwin brothers and Fred Astaire, mounted on hard cardboard. Total size is 8 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    American lyricist (1896-1983) who collaborated with his younger brother George Gershwin (1898-1937) to create the most famous opera in the... read more >
    American lyricist (1896-1983) who collaborated with his younger brother George Gershwin (1898-1937) to create the most famous opera in the English language "Porgy and Bess". Typed contract (carbon copy) with original signatures of the two brothers by the bottom of the document, about the leasing to the International Play Bureau in Great Britain, and establishing royalties and fees. Size is 8.3 x 13 inches, 1 page, minor crack, folds, in very good condition. A highly desirable item directly related to their most famous musical work. ALSO INCLUDED  a black-and-white modern print photograph featuring the Gershwin brothers and Fred Astaire, mounted on hard cardboard. Total size is 8 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: K1421-W1L)
    American composer and pianist (1898-1937), considered one of the top American composers in the 20th century for both Broadway music and the Classical concert hall.  Check #3165 signed by him and issued for US$15.58 on July 3, 1935. Size is 6.3 x 2.75 inches, left and top borders jagged, verso with ink-markings and seals, folds, in very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a gorgeous black-and-white unsigned photograph featuring the composer at work. Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    American composer and pianist (1898-1937), considered one of the top American composers in the 20th century for both Broadway music... read more >
    American composer and pianist (1898-1937), considered one of the top American composers in the 20th century for both Broadway music and the Classical concert hall.  Check #3165 signed by him and issued for US$15.58 on July 3, 1935. Size is 6.3 x 2.75 inches, left and top borders jagged, verso with ink-markings and seals, folds, in very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a gorgeous black-and-white unsigned photograph featuring the composer at work. Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    American composer and pianist (1898-1937), considered one of...

    $990.00 USD

    (Item #: K1421-W1L)
    American composer and pianist (1898-1937), considered one of the top American composers in the 20th century for both Broadway music and the Classical concert hall.  Check #3165 signed by him and issued for US$15.58 on July 3, 1935. Size is 6.3 x 2.75 inches, left and top borders jagged, verso with ink-markings and seals, folds, in very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a gorgeous black-and-white unsigned photograph featuring the composer at work. Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    American composer and pianist (1898-1937), considered one of the top American composers in the 20th century for both Broadway music... read more >
    American composer and pianist (1898-1937), considered one of the top American composers in the 20th century for both Broadway music and the Classical concert hall.  Check #3165 signed by him and issued for US$15.58 on July 3, 1935. Size is 6.3 x 2.75 inches, left and top borders jagged, verso with ink-markings and seals, folds, in very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a gorgeous black-and-white unsigned photograph featuring the composer at work. Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: H6545-W1H)
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Autograph music quote with 3 bars from the second act of his opera "Andrea Chènier" signed by him and dated in Naples, March 22nd, 1897. Size is 7.4 x 4.7 inches, minor stains, in excellent condition
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Autograph music quote... read more >
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Autograph music quote with 3 bars from the second act of his opera "Andrea Chènier" signed by him and dated in Naples, March 22nd, 1897. Size is 7.4 x 4.7 inches, minor stains, in excellent condition
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing...

    $1,000.00 USD

    (Item #: H6545-W1H)
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Autograph music quote with 3 bars from the second act of his opera "Andrea Chènier" signed by him and dated in Naples, March 22nd, 1897. Size is 7.4 x 4.7 inches, minor stains, in excellent condition
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Autograph music quote... read more >
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Autograph music quote with 3 bars from the second act of his opera "Andrea Chènier" signed by him and dated in Naples, March 22nd, 1897. Size is 7.4 x 4.7 inches, minor stains, in excellent condition
  • (Item #: N4448-D1-13)
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Fantastic, large autograph music quote from an unidentified piece, one page, dated in 1919. Size is 10 x 7 inches, inscribed, with a very clear signature, in excellent condition
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Fantastic, large autograph... read more >
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Fantastic, large autograph music quote from an unidentified piece, one page, dated in 1919. Size is 10 x 7 inches, inscribed, with a very clear signature, in excellent condition
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing...

    $700.00 USD

    (Item #: N4448-D1-13)
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Fantastic, large autograph music quote from an unidentified piece, one page, dated in 1919. Size is 10 x 7 inches, inscribed, with a very clear signature, in excellent condition
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Fantastic, large autograph... read more >
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Fantastic, large autograph music quote from an unidentified piece, one page, dated in 1919. Size is 10 x 7 inches, inscribed, with a very clear signature, in excellent condition
  • (Item #: H4708-G2)
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Score of his opera "Andrea Chenier", his most famous work, signed by him on the first title page. Version for piano and voice, published by Edoardo Sonzogno, Milan, 1922.  Giordano boldly signed on the first title page, inscribing his autograph to Canadian pianist and teacher Helena Plaxton, dating this in 1927. 246 numbered pages, 9 x 11.6 inches, rebound covers with leather spine printed in golden letters with the name of the opera, in very good condition.
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Score of his... read more >
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Score of his opera "Andrea Chenier", his most famous work, signed by him on the first title page. Version for piano and voice, published by Edoardo Sonzogno, Milan, 1922.  Giordano boldly signed on the first title page, inscribing his autograph to Canadian pianist and teacher Helena Plaxton, dating this in 1927. 246 numbered pages, 9 x 11.6 inches, rebound covers with leather spine printed in golden letters with the name of the opera, in very good condition.
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing...

    $1,895.00 USD

    (Item #: H4708-G2)
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Score of his opera "Andrea Chenier", his most famous work, signed by him on the first title page. Version for piano and voice, published by Edoardo Sonzogno, Milan, 1922.  Giordano boldly signed on the first title page, inscribing his autograph to Canadian pianist and teacher Helena Plaxton, dating this in 1927. 246 numbered pages, 9 x 11.6 inches, rebound covers with leather spine printed in golden letters with the name of the opera, in very good condition.
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Score of his... read more >
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Score of his opera "Andrea Chenier", his most famous work, signed by him on the first title page. Version for piano and voice, published by Edoardo Sonzogno, Milan, 1922.  Giordano boldly signed on the first title page, inscribing his autograph to Canadian pianist and teacher Helena Plaxton, dating this in 1927. 246 numbered pages, 9 x 11.6 inches, rebound covers with leather spine printed in golden letters with the name of the opera, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: H4710-G2)
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Score of his opera "Fedora", one of his most popular works, signed by him on the first title page. Version for piano and voice, published by Edoardo Sanzogno, Milan, 1898.  Giordano boldly signed on the first title page, inscribing his autograph to Canadian pianist and teacher Helena Plaxton, dating this in 1927. 254 numbered pages, 9.25 x 11.8 inches, rebound covers with leather spine printed in golden letters with the name of the opera, in very good condition. See scans of the full title page and the first title page, with the autograph.
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Score of his... read more >
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Score of his opera "Fedora", one of his most popular works, signed by him on the first title page. Version for piano and voice, published by Edoardo Sanzogno, Milan, 1898.  Giordano boldly signed on the first title page, inscribing his autograph to Canadian pianist and teacher Helena Plaxton, dating this in 1927. 254 numbered pages, 9.25 x 11.8 inches, rebound covers with leather spine printed in golden letters with the name of the opera, in very good condition. See scans of the full title page and the first title page, with the autograph.
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing...

    $1,475.00 USD

    (Item #: H4710-G2)
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Score of his opera "Fedora", one of his most popular works, signed by him on the first title page. Version for piano and voice, published by Edoardo Sanzogno, Milan, 1898.  Giordano boldly signed on the first title page, inscribing his autograph to Canadian pianist and teacher Helena Plaxton, dating this in 1927. 254 numbered pages, 9.25 x 11.8 inches, rebound covers with leather spine printed in golden letters with the name of the opera, in very good condition. See scans of the full title page and the first title page, with the autograph.
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Score of his... read more >
    Italian verismo opera composer (1867-1948), famous for composing Andrea Chenier and Fedora, his two most famous operas. Score of his opera "Fedora", one of his most popular works, signed by him on the first title page. Version for piano and voice, published by Edoardo Sanzogno, Milan, 1898.  Giordano boldly signed on the first title page, inscribing his autograph to Canadian pianist and teacher Helena Plaxton, dating this in 1927. 254 numbered pages, 9.25 x 11.8 inches, rebound covers with leather spine printed in golden letters with the name of the opera, in very good condition. See scans of the full title page and the first title page, with the autograph.
  • (Item #: H1597-A1)
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and music teacher. Glazunov had a big impact in Russian music and composers of his time, both as a pedagogue and composer who left a large number of compositions including 8 completed symphonies.  Autograph manuscript for Incidental music for Oscar Wilde´s "Salome", op. 90, written for its 1915 premiere in St. Petersburg (which was designed by Leon Bakst, choreographer of Fokine, and starred by Russian dancer/actress Ida Rubinstein (1883-1960), to whom this piece was dedicated to, according to the title page). This is the manuscript for the reduction for piano in 4 hands made of this piece by the composer.  A total of 23 pages, approx. 9 x 12.3 inches each, plus front cover page, which is lose, signed at the end by Glazunov and dated by him in 1915. Inscribed in 1918 to friend conductor Nikolai Strelnikov (1888-1939), Glazunov writes on the front cover "In remembrance, to Nikolai Strelnikov, from the author". See scans of front page, last page, and page 8.  
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and music teacher. Glazunov had a big impact in Russian music and composers... read more >
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and music teacher. Glazunov had a big impact in Russian music and composers of his time, both as a pedagogue and composer who left a large number of compositions including 8 completed symphonies.  Autograph manuscript for Incidental music for Oscar Wilde´s "Salome", op. 90, written for its 1915 premiere in St. Petersburg (which was designed by Leon Bakst, choreographer of Fokine, and starred by Russian dancer/actress Ida Rubinstein (1883-1960), to whom this piece was dedicated to, according to the title page). This is the manuscript for the reduction for piano in 4 hands made of this piece by the composer.  A total of 23 pages, approx. 9 x 12.3 inches each, plus front cover page, which is lose, signed at the end by Glazunov and dated by him in 1915. Inscribed in 1918 to friend conductor Nikolai Strelnikov (1888-1939), Glazunov writes on the front cover "In remembrance, to Nikolai Strelnikov, from the author". See scans of front page, last page, and page 8.  
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and...

    $34,750.00 USD

    (Item #: H1597-A1)
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and music teacher. Glazunov had a big impact in Russian music and composers of his time, both as a pedagogue and composer who left a large number of compositions including 8 completed symphonies.  Autograph manuscript for Incidental music for Oscar Wilde´s "Salome", op. 90, written for its 1915 premiere in St. Petersburg (which was designed by Leon Bakst, choreographer of Fokine, and starred by Russian dancer/actress Ida Rubinstein (1883-1960), to whom this piece was dedicated to, according to the title page). This is the manuscript for the reduction for piano in 4 hands made of this piece by the composer.  A total of 23 pages, approx. 9 x 12.3 inches each, plus front cover page, which is lose, signed at the end by Glazunov and dated by him in 1915. Inscribed in 1918 to friend conductor Nikolai Strelnikov (1888-1939), Glazunov writes on the front cover "In remembrance, to Nikolai Strelnikov, from the author". See scans of front page, last page, and page 8.  
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and music teacher. Glazunov had a big impact in Russian music and composers... read more >
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and music teacher. Glazunov had a big impact in Russian music and composers of his time, both as a pedagogue and composer who left a large number of compositions including 8 completed symphonies.  Autograph manuscript for Incidental music for Oscar Wilde´s "Salome", op. 90, written for its 1915 premiere in St. Petersburg (which was designed by Leon Bakst, choreographer of Fokine, and starred by Russian dancer/actress Ida Rubinstein (1883-1960), to whom this piece was dedicated to, according to the title page). This is the manuscript for the reduction for piano in 4 hands made of this piece by the composer.  A total of 23 pages, approx. 9 x 12.3 inches each, plus front cover page, which is lose, signed at the end by Glazunov and dated by him in 1915. Inscribed in 1918 to friend conductor Nikolai Strelnikov (1888-1939), Glazunov writes on the front cover "In remembrance, to Nikolai Strelnikov, from the author". See scans of front page, last page, and page 8.  
  • (Item #: K2895-X1C)
    Russian composer (1865-1936), conductor, and music teacher who had a big impact on Russian music and composers of his time, both as a pedagogue and composer and left a large number of compositions including 8 symphonies. Gorgeous 4-bar autograph music quote from an unknown piece signed by him on November 30, 1909, on a card. Size is 4.25 x 2.75 inches, mounting traces on verso, in excellent condition.
    Russian composer (1865-1936), conductor, and music teacher who had a big impact on Russian music and composers of his time, both... read more >
    Russian composer (1865-1936), conductor, and music teacher who had a big impact on Russian music and composers of his time, both as a pedagogue and composer and left a large number of compositions including 8 symphonies. Gorgeous 4-bar autograph music quote from an unknown piece signed by him on November 30, 1909, on a card. Size is 4.25 x 2.75 inches, mounting traces on verso, in excellent condition.
    Russian composer (1865-1936), conductor, and music teacher who had...

    $550.00 USD

    (Item #: K2895-X1C)
    Russian composer (1865-1936), conductor, and music teacher who had a big impact on Russian music and composers of his time, both as a pedagogue and composer and left a large number of compositions including 8 symphonies. Gorgeous 4-bar autograph music quote from an unknown piece signed by him on November 30, 1909, on a card. Size is 4.25 x 2.75 inches, mounting traces on verso, in excellent condition.
    Russian composer (1865-1936), conductor, and music teacher who had a big impact on Russian music and composers of his time, both... read more >
    Russian composer (1865-1936), conductor, and music teacher who had a big impact on Russian music and composers of his time, both as a pedagogue and composer and left a large number of compositions including 8 symphonies. Gorgeous 4-bar autograph music quote from an unknown piece signed by him on November 30, 1909, on a card. Size is 4.25 x 2.75 inches, mounting traces on verso, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: H2841-L15)
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and music teacher. Glazunov had a big impact in Russian music and composers of his time, both as a pedagogue and composer, and left a large number of compositions including 8 completed symphonies. Printed score for this "Meditation" for violin and orchestra, op. 32, signed and inscribed by him on the front cover, dated in 1932. Inscribed to Russian violinist Jules Conus (1869-1942). Composed in 1891, this was a very popular piece in its time. Published by Belaieff, Leipzig, 1932, full score with instrumental parts and soft covers. Signed by Glazunov on the front cover, which is partially lose. Size is 10.6 x 13.4 inches, in very good condition.
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and music teacher. Glazunov had a big impact in Russian music and composers... read more >
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and music teacher. Glazunov had a big impact in Russian music and composers of his time, both as a pedagogue and composer, and left a large number of compositions including 8 completed symphonies. Printed score for this "Meditation" for violin and orchestra, op. 32, signed and inscribed by him on the front cover, dated in 1932. Inscribed to Russian violinist Jules Conus (1869-1942). Composed in 1891, this was a very popular piece in its time. Published by Belaieff, Leipzig, 1932, full score with instrumental parts and soft covers. Signed by Glazunov on the front cover, which is partially lose. Size is 10.6 x 13.4 inches, in very good condition.
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and...

    $985.00 USD

    (Item #: H2841-L15)
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and music teacher. Glazunov had a big impact in Russian music and composers of his time, both as a pedagogue and composer, and left a large number of compositions including 8 completed symphonies. Printed score for this "Meditation" for violin and orchestra, op. 32, signed and inscribed by him on the front cover, dated in 1932. Inscribed to Russian violinist Jules Conus (1869-1942). Composed in 1891, this was a very popular piece in its time. Published by Belaieff, Leipzig, 1932, full score with instrumental parts and soft covers. Signed by Glazunov on the front cover, which is partially lose. Size is 10.6 x 13.4 inches, in very good condition.
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and music teacher. Glazunov had a big impact in Russian music and composers... read more >
    Russian composer (1865-1936), who was also conductor and music teacher. Glazunov had a big impact in Russian music and composers of his time, both as a pedagogue and composer, and left a large number of compositions including 8 completed symphonies. Printed score for this "Meditation" for violin and orchestra, op. 32, signed and inscribed by him on the front cover, dated in 1932. Inscribed to Russian violinist Jules Conus (1869-1942). Composed in 1891, this was a very popular piece in its time. Published by Belaieff, Leipzig, 1932, full score with instrumental parts and soft covers. Signed by Glazunov on the front cover, which is partially lose. Size is 10.6 x 13.4 inches, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: M5317-Y6E)
    Ukrainian-Russian composer (1875-1956) of German and Polish descent, mostly remembered today for some of his orchestral works. Fabulous autograph music quote signed and dated by him in Moscow, 1939, with 8 bars of music from the Dance of the Russian Sailors, from "The Red Poppy", his most popular piece! Size is 5.75 x 3.5 inches, in excellent condition. Rare! ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned photo of the composer, shown young, probably cut from a photo postcard, mounted on thin cardboard. SEE PRICE BELOW WATCH the Igor Moiseyev Ballet dancing to the Dance of the Russian Sailors, from "The Red Poppy"
    Ukrainian-Russian composer (1875-1956) of German and Polish descent, mostly remembered today for some of his orchestral works. Fabulous autograph music... read more >
    Ukrainian-Russian composer (1875-1956) of German and Polish descent, mostly remembered today for some of his orchestral works. Fabulous autograph music quote signed and dated by him in Moscow, 1939, with 8 bars of music from the Dance of the Russian Sailors, from "The Red Poppy", his most popular piece! Size is 5.75 x 3.5 inches, in excellent condition. Rare! ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned photo of the composer, shown young, probably cut from a photo postcard, mounted on thin cardboard. SEE PRICE BELOW WATCH the Igor Moiseyev Ballet dancing to the Dance of the Russian Sailors, from "The Red Poppy"
    Ukrainian-Russian composer (1875-1956) of German and Polish descent,...

    $1,985.00 USD

    (Item #: M5317-Y6E)
    Ukrainian-Russian composer (1875-1956) of German and Polish descent, mostly remembered today for some of his orchestral works. Fabulous autograph music quote signed and dated by him in Moscow, 1939, with 8 bars of music from the Dance of the Russian Sailors, from "The Red Poppy", his most popular piece! Size is 5.75 x 3.5 inches, in excellent condition. Rare! ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned photo of the composer, shown young, probably cut from a photo postcard, mounted on thin cardboard. SEE PRICE BELOW WATCH the Igor Moiseyev Ballet dancing to the Dance of the Russian Sailors, from "The Red Poppy"
    Ukrainian-Russian composer (1875-1956) of German and Polish descent, mostly remembered today for some of his orchestral works. Fabulous autograph music... read more >
    Ukrainian-Russian composer (1875-1956) of German and Polish descent, mostly remembered today for some of his orchestral works. Fabulous autograph music quote signed and dated by him in Moscow, 1939, with 8 bars of music from the Dance of the Russian Sailors, from "The Red Poppy", his most popular piece! Size is 5.75 x 3.5 inches, in excellent condition. Rare! ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned photo of the composer, shown young, probably cut from a photo postcard, mounted on thin cardboard. SEE PRICE BELOW WATCH the Igor Moiseyev Ballet dancing to the Dance of the Russian Sailors, from "The Red Poppy"
  • (Item #: H4793-W5D)
    Russian composer (1804-1857), the most important in his country during the first half of the 19th century. Autograph note signed, from the time Glinka was in Italy, in Italian, telling a friend about his upcoming visit to Milan, written in May, no year but certainly from the 1850s. Bold, very clear signature, in a piece of paper with 2 sides irregularly cut, 7.1 x 5 inches. Central fold, spotted rust stains, in overall excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned CDV showing the composer at a mature age, from the 1850s, no photographer, 2.4 x 3.8 inches, in excellent condition. Autograph material of Glinka is exceedingly rare and almost never in the market, and this is the second item we see in 2 decades.
    Russian composer (1804-1857), the most important in his country during the first half of the 19th century. Autograph note signed,... read more >
    Russian composer (1804-1857), the most important in his country during the first half of the 19th century. Autograph note signed, from the time Glinka was in Italy, in Italian, telling a friend about his upcoming visit to Milan, written in May, no year but certainly from the 1850s. Bold, very clear signature, in a piece of paper with 2 sides irregularly cut, 7.1 x 5 inches. Central fold, spotted rust stains, in overall excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned CDV showing the composer at a mature age, from the 1850s, no photographer, 2.4 x 3.8 inches, in excellent condition. Autograph material of Glinka is exceedingly rare and almost never in the market, and this is the second item we see in 2 decades.
    Russian composer (1804-1857), the most important in his...

    $4,650.00 USD

    (Item #: H4793-W5D)
    Russian composer (1804-1857), the most important in his country during the first half of the 19th century. Autograph note signed, from the time Glinka was in Italy, in Italian, telling a friend about his upcoming visit to Milan, written in May, no year but certainly from the 1850s. Bold, very clear signature, in a piece of paper with 2 sides irregularly cut, 7.1 x 5 inches. Central fold, spotted rust stains, in overall excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned CDV showing the composer at a mature age, from the 1850s, no photographer, 2.4 x 3.8 inches, in excellent condition. Autograph material of Glinka is exceedingly rare and almost never in the market, and this is the second item we see in 2 decades.
    Russian composer (1804-1857), the most important in his country during the first half of the 19th century. Autograph note signed,... read more >
    Russian composer (1804-1857), the most important in his country during the first half of the 19th century. Autograph note signed, from the time Glinka was in Italy, in Italian, telling a friend about his upcoming visit to Milan, written in May, no year but certainly from the 1850s. Bold, very clear signature, in a piece of paper with 2 sides irregularly cut, 7.1 x 5 inches. Central fold, spotted rust stains, in overall excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned CDV showing the composer at a mature age, from the 1850s, no photographer, 2.4 x 3.8 inches, in excellent condition. Autograph material of Glinka is exceedingly rare and almost never in the market, and this is the second item we see in 2 decades.
  • (Item #: K3366-Y8E)
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful non-European opera composer in Italy during the "golden age of opera", contemporary to Verdi and Puccini. Autograph letter in Italian (sold untranslated) signed by him and dated in Rio de Janeiro, October 5, 1880, to a friend about the music business. Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, 4 written pages in one folded sheet, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned promo carte-de-visite CDV of him shown young by Ricordi. Size is 2.4 x 4.1 inches, ink markings and mounting traces on verso.
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful non-European opera composer in Italy during the "golden age of opera", contemporary... read more >
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful non-European opera composer in Italy during the "golden age of opera", contemporary to Verdi and Puccini. Autograph letter in Italian (sold untranslated) signed by him and dated in Rio de Janeiro, October 5, 1880, to a friend about the music business. Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, 4 written pages in one folded sheet, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned promo carte-de-visite CDV of him shown young by Ricordi. Size is 2.4 x 4.1 inches, ink markings and mounting traces on verso.
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful...

    $675.00 USD

    (Item #: K3366-Y8E)
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful non-European opera composer in Italy during the "golden age of opera", contemporary to Verdi and Puccini. Autograph letter in Italian (sold untranslated) signed by him and dated in Rio de Janeiro, October 5, 1880, to a friend about the music business. Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, 4 written pages in one folded sheet, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned promo carte-de-visite CDV of him shown young by Ricordi. Size is 2.4 x 4.1 inches, ink markings and mounting traces on verso.
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful non-European opera composer in Italy during the "golden age of opera", contemporary... read more >
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful non-European opera composer in Italy during the "golden age of opera", contemporary to Verdi and Puccini. Autograph letter in Italian (sold untranslated) signed by him and dated in Rio de Janeiro, October 5, 1880, to a friend about the music business. Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, 4 written pages in one folded sheet, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned promo carte-de-visite CDV of him shown young by Ricordi. Size is 2.4 x 4.1 inches, ink markings and mounting traces on verso.
  • (Item #: GA6939-GX226D)
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful non-European as an opera composer in Italy during the "golden age of opera"; contemporary to Verdi and Puccini, and the first composer of non-European lineage to be accepted into the Classic tradition of music. Autograph letter signed by the composer, written in Italian (sold untranslated), dated in Milan in 1871 written to the director of the Regio di Torino opera house regarding artistic choices for performances of his opera Guarany. 4 pages, size of each page is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, several small folds and tears, otherwise in good condition.
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful non-European as an opera composer in Italy during the "golden age of... read more >
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful non-European as an opera composer in Italy during the "golden age of opera"; contemporary to Verdi and Puccini, and the first composer of non-European lineage to be accepted into the Classic tradition of music. Autograph letter signed by the composer, written in Italian (sold untranslated), dated in Milan in 1871 written to the director of the Regio di Torino opera house regarding artistic choices for performances of his opera Guarany. 4 pages, size of each page is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, several small folds and tears, otherwise in good condition.
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful...

    $575.00 USD

    (Item #: GA6939-GX226D)
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful non-European as an opera composer in Italy during the "golden age of opera"; contemporary to Verdi and Puccini, and the first composer of non-European lineage to be accepted into the Classic tradition of music. Autograph letter signed by the composer, written in Italian (sold untranslated), dated in Milan in 1871 written to the director of the Regio di Torino opera house regarding artistic choices for performances of his opera Guarany. 4 pages, size of each page is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, several small folds and tears, otherwise in good condition.
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful non-European as an opera composer in Italy during the "golden age of... read more >
    Brazilian composer (1836-1896) who was the only successful non-European as an opera composer in Italy during the "golden age of opera"; contemporary to Verdi and Puccini, and the first composer of non-European lineage to be accepted into the Classic tradition of music. Autograph letter signed by the composer, written in Italian (sold untranslated), dated in Milan in 1871 written to the director of the Regio di Torino opera house regarding artistic choices for performances of his opera Guarany. 4 pages, size of each page is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, several small folds and tears, otherwise in good condition.
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