Dorfmann, Ania. (1899–1982)
Typed Letter Signed to Raymond Lewenthal
Typed letter signed from the Russian-born American pianist and pedagogue, to American pianist Raymond Lewenthal. 1 p.; n.d., together with envelope postmarked August 20, 1981. Dorfmann writes: "Dear Raymond: I was deeply touched by your thoughtful letter. I always value your judgment and appreciate it greatly, that I think you know. The delay in answering your letter was due to my recent illness. I was in the hospital with pneumonia, now I am fine. You judged so rightly my student. Talent he has but he needs more work. I called his home in Canada, he was away but I spoke with his mother. She was over joyed with your judgment. I thank you with all my heart. Hope to see you in New York soon. Affectionately, Ania."Together with a copy of Lewenthal's letter to Dorfmann, which concerns a pupil of Dorfmann's whom Lewenthal heard perform in a competition in Quebec. Fine. 5.75 x 7.75 inches (14.7 x 19.6 cm).Ania Dorfmann was a favorite of Toscanini and the first female soloist to be conducted by him. A student of Isidor Philipp in Paris, she later performed with Mengelberg, Beecham and Wood and made superb recordings with Toscanini and others. She taught at Julliard for many years. (17317)
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