ALS in French, signed “Ant. Rubinstein,” one page, 5 x 8, June 20, 1859. Letter to Belgian soprano Desirée Artôt, asking her for the names of the songs she wants to sing at his concert. In part (translated): "I beg you…to send me in writing the names of songs you want to sing at my concert, since I have to now print the detailed program. Stockhausen is at your disposal for a duet if you want, and Mr. Klindworth for piano accompaniment when and where you want. Mad. [Catherine] Hayes sings the tune of 'Freischutz' with orchestra and romances on the piano, Stockhausen the air of the 'Village Voisin' with orchestra and romances on the piano, so I see that if you did the same there would be nothing more at this concert to make it a party for music lovers." In fine condition.
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