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856 - MESSAGER, André (1853–1929), composer and conductor. C.A.S., February 11, 1912. 1 p., oblong in-12. Header engraved with his monogram.
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MESSAGER, André (1853–1929), composer and conductor. C.A.S., February 11, 1912. 1 p., oblong in-12. Header engraved with his monogram. Messager had the legendary tenors Enrico CARUSO (1873–1921) and Fyodor CHALIAPIN (1873–1938) perform in operas by Verdi, Puccini, and Boito. “[…] I am writing to you just as I am about to board the train for Monte Carlo.” In May, he will give “a few Italian performances,” “with Caruso and Chaliapine. Repertoire: *Rigoletto*, *La Fille de l’Ouest*, *Mefistofele*.”
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