Thalberg, Sigismond (1812-1871) [Musical quotation signed]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00496.235 Author/Creator: Thalberg, Sigismond (1812-1871) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Autograph quotation signed Date: 17 December 1856 Pagination: 1 p. ; 13 x 20.5 cm. Order a Copy
Also includes a book plate from Henry K. Willard, 1333 K. Street, N.W., Washington, DC.
Thalberg was one of the greatest pianist virtuosos of his day. He first appeared in Paris in 1837 and in 1838 he went to England, astonishing his hearers with the novel effects produced in his Variations on God Save the Queen, while he charmed them with his delicate touch and the purity of his expression.
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