Camille SAINT-SAËNS (1835–1921). Autograph letter, Saint-Ger - Lot 306

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Camille SAINT-SAËNS (1835–1921). Autograph letter, Saint-Ger - Lot 306
Camille SAINT-SAËNS (1835–1921). Autograph letter, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, August 17 [1867?], to Princess Sayn-Wittgenstein; 3 pages in-8 with his engraved monogram. Regarding Franz Liszt and his “Legend of Saint Elizabeth.” “Princess, I cannot tell you how happy I am to see that you are interested in the works of our dear abbot, whose genius and character I so greatly admire, and you may count on my complete devotion in all matters concerning him. I wrote to him some time ago regarding *St. Elizabeth*, and he replied that he wished to be as little involved as possible in the performance of his works, but that he would be very pleased if someone else were to take care of it; at least that was the impression I got from his letter. I therefore believe that his authorization is a mere formality, and that he will be very grateful to you if you succeed in organizing a performance of *St. Elizabeth* worthy of the work’s beauty. You seem certain of the famous marquise’s support; that would be excellent, and everything will turn out for the best if you manage to secure the Conservatory hall, the only venue in Paris where the music is truly good. Between now and winter, we have plenty of time to consider the translation, and I will take it upon myself to find a translator"...
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