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[Joachim, Joseph. (1831–1907)] Richter, Hans. (1843 - 1916). Autograph Letter Signed Regarding Joachim's Vienna Performances. Autograph letter from the legendary Austrian-Hungarian conductor who conducted the very first Bayreuth Festival and in 1877 shared the conductorship of the Wagner festival in London with the composer. 1 p. 20 February, 1889. Heavy foxing, edges a bit rough else fine. To an unknown recipient, concerning Joseph Joachim and the Dutch violinist, Joannes Wolff. 11.25 x 9 inch (29 x 23 cm). Translated from the German, in full:
"Dear Sir and Friend, Together with this letter I also wrote to Mr. Wolff why I have been unable this year to arrange a performance for him in Vienna. Joachim is there and is playing in 3 concerts nearly the entire violin repertoire. The general public is naturally flocking in droves to his concerts, enjoying his magnificent performance to the hilt, but, in the end they become over-satiated and cannot show interest and give a warm reception to another violinist no matter how good he may be. Since I am most concerned that those performing artists whom I introduce receive the accolade and the tribute which they deserve, I considered it wise not to invite Mr. Wolff this year but I shall certainly not forget him in the next one. With the most Cordial Greetings from Home to Home, I remain Sincerely and Devotedly Yours Hans Richter."
[Joachim, Joseph. (1831–1907)] Richter, Hans. (1843 - 1916). Autograph Letter Signed Regarding Joachim's Vienna Performances. Autograph letter from the legendary Austrian-Hungarian conductor who conducted the very first Bayreuth Festival and in 1877 shared the conductorship of the Wagner festival in London with the composer. 1 p. 20 February, 1889. Heavy foxing, edges a bit rough else fine. To an unknown recipient, concerning Joseph Joachim and the Dutch violinist, Joannes Wolff. 11.25 x 9 inch (29 x 23 cm). Translated from the German, in full:
"Dear Sir and Friend, Together with this letter I also wrote to Mr. Wolff why I have been unable this year to arrange a performance for him in Vienna. Joachim is there and is playing in 3 concerts nearly the entire violin repertoire. The general public is naturally flocking in droves to his concerts, enjoying his magnificent performance to the hilt, but, in the end they become over-satiated and cannot show interest and give a warm reception to another violinist no matter how good he may be. Since I am most concerned that those performing artists whom I introduce receive the accolade and the tribute which they deserve, I considered it wise not to invite Mr. Wolff this year but I shall certainly not forget him in the next one. With the most Cordial Greetings from Home to Home, I remain Sincerely and Devotedly Yours Hans Richter."