SAMAZEUILH Gustave [Bordeaux, 1877 - Paris, 1967], French co - Lot 287

SAMAZEUILH Gustave [Bordeaux, 1877 - Paris, 1967], French composer and musicologist. Set of 2 letters, including 1 on postcard, a manuscript and a printed and dedicated score. - Autograph letter signed, 2 pages in-4°, addressed to Alfred Cortot. Paris, June 19, 1946. Letter talking about music and Cortot's health. "This doesn't stop the music from flowing - flowing, to tell you the truth, in a rather mixed fashion and with programs that are hardly renewed. Brahms remains the current favorite, to the detriment of Schumann, Schubert and, of course, Wagner, always accused of the worst misdeeds, which, for the impartial observer, is quite tasty...". - 1 autograph postcard signed, addressed to Alfred Cortot. Giboure (lower Pyrenees) August 4, 1911. "We are staying until the end of September, dear friend, in the house opposite, where we have peace and quiet and a magnificent view. I hope my wife will regain the strength she so sadly lacks. - Autograph manuscript signed by Alfred Cortot, three pages, in-4°, "La carrière Wagnérienne", written on programs for the Thursday June 5 Salle Chopin concert of the Association de Musique Contemporaine, 1940-41 season. - Printed score dedicated to Alfred Cortot, 4 pages in-8°. "Serenade" for the left hand. Supplement to "Monde Musical" of May 31, 1937. Enclosed: 2 printed concert programs. 1946.