126 - DUBOIS (Théodore) (1837–1924), French composer, organist, and educator; director of the Paris Conservatory from 1896 to 1905.

DUBOIS (Théodore) (1837–1924), French composer, organist, and educator; director of the Paris Conservatory from 1896 to 1905. Autograph card signed “Th. Dubois” to a friend. No place, March 9, 1896. 2 pages, oblong in-12 format. A beautiful congratulatory card addressed to a composer on the occasion of the success of his opera *La Sorbonne*. “My warmest congratulations on your great success at the Sorbonne! I learned of it not only from you, but also from the newspapers and public opinion.” Théodore Dubois expresses his admiration for his correspondent and welcomes the favorable reception his work has received: “I am happy for you, and I am proud that you were kind enough to include my name at the beginning of your fine work.” He adds: “Madame Th. Dubois and my son send you their warmest congratulations! ” This correspondence attests to Dubois’s interest in a colleague’s career and the public recognition of his musical work. The composer had just been appointed director of the Paris Conservatory. Card showing some slight signs of wear.