[Boston Symphony Orchestra] Henschel, George (1850–1934)

Signed Photograph

Original Falk cabinet photograph, signed and inscribed "for a happy New Year / Dec. 80" in the lower blank margin. In fine condition.



In 1881, Henschel became the Boston Symphony Orchestra's first conductor. In 1884, he returned to England and was professor of singing at the Royal College of Music, London. A close friend of Brahms, he was a man of many musical talents, a great conductor, composer, and baritone. (9631)


Signed Photograph
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