Shostakovich, Dimitri - Signed Note and Envelope 1966 Autographs Singers 50 or less W-X created the role of Luigi

created the role of Luigi and Rinuccio in the world premiere of Il Tabarro and Gianni Schicchi at the Met Opera in 1918

shown in role in Der Freischutz

Extraordinary large size photo

Stamped on front and verso by photographer Graben

A very scarce

Shostakovich, Dimitri - Signed Note and Envelope 1966 Autographs Singers 50 or less W-X created the role of LuigiRussian composer and pianist (1906 1975), a truly prominent composer of the 20th century and considered by many one of the best. Signed note, dated in 1966, to a friend at the Conservatory of Music in Moscow, giving him his condolences for the death of a relative. Envelope is also handwritten by the composer. A short translation is provided. Autograph note is 5. 75 x 7 inches, envelope is 6 x 3. 75 inches, both in excellent condition.