Shostakovich, Dmitri - Typed Letter Signed 1971 last_6_months a photo by Charles Gerschel

a photo by Charles Gerschel

less visible cracks

and teacher (1811-1886)

Menotti signs and inscribes this score on the front cover

Particularly known for dramatic mezzo roles in Italian

Shostakovich, Dmitri - Typed Letter Signed 1971 last_6_months a photo by Charles GerschelRussian composer (1906 1975) and pianist, regarded throughout his life as a major composer. Typed letter in Russian (sold with translation) signed by Shostakovich, dated in Moscow, August 13, 1971, to fellow composer Christopher Rouse about musical issues. Size is 8. 25 x 10. 3 inches, 1 page, mat burn marks, otherwise in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned photo postcard with a color portrait of the composer. Size is 4. 1 x 5. 8 inches,