Schmitt, Florent. (1870–1858)

"Marionnettes" - Autograph Musical Manuscript

Autograph musical manuscript. 1 page, folio. In pencil, a busy working sketch from the beginning of this work, number 2 of the "Six chœurs pour voix de femmes et orchestre" (1931). 26 measures notated on systems of 4 lines for voices and piano on a page of 30 lines, "Pierrot, Guignol, Colombine," marked "Vif." Signed and inscribed in black ink in 1932, upper right, to the French musicologist, critic and violinist, Marc Pincherle (1888 - 1974).

An interesting manuscript from the influential French composer, pianist and critic.

"Throughout his life, Schmitt was valued for his independent spirit and refusal to be identified with any school or group....Schmitt was considered a pioneer during his lifetime, rejected by some and embraced by others for a style that influenced and helped prepare for later innovations by Stravinsky, Ravel, Honegger and Roussel." (Jann Pasler, Grove Online) (7285)

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