ALS in French, signed “C. Saint-Saens,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, no date. Letter to a gentleman. In full (translated): “I was very happy to extend an invitation for you to come and listen to the general rehearsal of Henry VIII. Unfortunately, at the last moment, unforeseen circumstances have changed all arrangements and the Director, in agreement with the authors, has decided that only members of the musical press may be admitted. Please accept my regrets and assurance of my sincere friendship.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an attractive custom gilt-stamped clamshell case. Henry VIII was a popular opera in four acts by Saint-Saens, first performed on March 5, 1883, at the Paris Opera, where it remained in the repertoire until 1919. In an effort to evoke the correct historical context, Saint-Saens studied English music and incorporated several English, Scottish, and Irish folk melodies into his score. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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