Gottschalk, Louis Moreau. (1829–1869)
Signed CDV Photograph
Original portrait CDV photograph of the important American composer and virtuoso pianist, boldly signed on the verso "Your Old Humble Admirer / Louis." The photograph by C. D. Fredricks & Co. of NY and in fine condition. 6.5 x 10.5 cm.Gottschalk was one of the first figures in American music to attain an international reputation. His colorful keyboard works, often inspired by the Creole music he heard in his Louisiana childhood, pioneered the use of ethnic source materials in American ‘classical’ music. (11782)
Signed Photograph Classical Music