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Lot #900
Albert Roussel

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Description

Leading French modernist composer during the interwar period (1869-1937). ALS in French, one page, 5.5 x 7.75, 2 Square Gabriel Faure letterhead, postmarked June 12, 1931. Letter to conductor and composer Nicolas Slonimsky, in full (translated): "I would have been glad to attend your concert this evening, especially to applaud the works by my friends Varese and Salzedo. But I must decline since I have to leave Paris early tomorrow morning and I still have work to do before I leave. Forgive me, and believe me yours." In very good to fine condition, with creasing to the side edges. From the collection of Stephen Adamson.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #589 - Ended August 12, 2020





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