236 - LABORDE (Rosine) (1824–1907). French opera singer, lyric artist, and voice teacher.

LABORDE (Rosine) (1824–1907). French opera singer, lyric artist, and voice teacher. Autograph letter signed “Rosine Laborde,” addressed to Mr. Dalloz. No place, no date (Wednesday). 3 pages, in-8 format, in black ink on laid paper. An interesting autograph letter in which the famous opera singer thanks her correspondent for securing a box for her for a performance of *Aida*, which she will ultimately be unable to attend. “Dear Mr. Dalloz, I was very pleased, upon returning from the opera competition, to find the box for *Aida*; looking forward to going to the theater, I headed toward the Salle Ventadour [...] So the little celebration is postponed until Thursday, and I won’t miss it.” She then expresses her gratitude for this thoughtful gesture: “You cannot imagine the childlike joy I feel when I go to the theater. ” This correspondence attests to Rosine Laborde’s devotion to the world of opera and her undiminished enthusiasm for theatrical performances. Rosine Laborde (1824–1907), also known as Mlle. Villaume, was a French opera singer and voice teacher. She was active in 19th-century Parisian musical life and devoted herself in particular to teaching voice. Among her students were several artists who went on to have brilliant careers. A few old creases, slight foxing, and signs of handling. In good overall condition.