179 - GODARD (Benjamin) (1849–1895), French composer, violinist, and conductor; author of the operas *Jocelyn* and *La Vivandière*, and of numerous chamber music works.

GODARD (Benjamin) (1849–1895), French composer, violinist, and conductor; author of the operas *Jocelyn* and *La Vivandière*, and of numerous chamber music works. Autograph letter-card signed “Benjamin Godard” to a lady. Paris, September 30, 1890. 1 page, in-12 format, with handwritten address on the reverse, postage stamp, and postmarks. A short letter in which the composer arranges a meeting with his correspondent and her student. “Madam, I would be delighted to see you, as well as my young student, next Thursday at 11:30 a.m. at 6 Boulevard de Clichy. ” This postcard attests to Benjamin Godard’s teaching activities and his relationships with his students, a few years before his untimely death at the age of forty-five. Postcard with handwritten address to Madame Terrier, 52 Avenue de Neuilly, Neuilly-sur-Seine. Stamp and postmarks preserved. A few creases and slight signs of wear.