187 - GOLSCHMANN (Vladimir) (1893–1972). French conductor of Russian origin. Music director of the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra from 1931 to 1958.

GOLSCHMANN (Vladimir) (1893–1972). French conductor of Russian origin. Music director of the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra from 1931 to 1958. Typed letter signed “V. Golschmann” to Victor Labunski. St. Louis (Missouri), December 17, 1943. 1 page, quarto size, on illustrated letterhead of the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra. The letter concerns the final preparations for the performance of a symphony by Victor Labunski by the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra. Golschmann asks the composer to remind him precisely which movements of his symphony he is to conduct, in order to finalize the program. He proposes a performance duration of between twelve and fifteen minutes and emphasizes the need to receive the musical instructions and orchestral materials promptly: “Please remind me which movements of your symphony I will be conducting. I am offering you 12 to 15 minutes. ” The conductor emphasizes the urgency of the situation and requests that the score and materials be sent directly to his personal address in St. Louis. Correspondence documenting the practical preparations for a symphonic premiere or revival in the United States during World War II. Signs of age.