Title: Richard Wagner Letter

Date/Date Range :   1872

Extent: 0.1 linear feet

Abstract:

This particular letter from Wagner was written to his publisher, concerning an upcoming publication, in which Wagner is seeking a copyist for his work. The man he is seeking must have the specific qualifications: 1. a perfectly good musician; 2. good handwriting; and 3. be capable and reliable. The letter is in German, but there is a brief transcription included.

Call number: MS-0220

Repository: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN

Aquisition Information:

This Collection is the property of the Special Collections Library.

Access Restrictions:

Collection is open for research.

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The copyright interests in this collection remain with the creator. For more information, contact the Special Collections Library.

Preferred Citation:

[Identification of Item], Richard Wagner Letter, MS-0220. University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Special Collections Library.

This is a single folder collection.

Richard Wagner, born Leipzig, 22 May 1813; died Venice, 13 February 1883, was a German composer who wrote thirteen operas. He was rather controversial in his political views being antisemitic.

This particular letter from Wagner was written to his publisher, concerning an upcoming publication, in which Wagner is seeking a copyist for his work. The man he is seeking must have the specific qualifications: 1. a perfectly good musician; 2. good handwriting; and 3. be capable and reliable.

The letter is in German, but there is a brief transcription included.

• Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883.