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JOHANN STRAUSS II A.M.Q.S.

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JOHANN STRAUSS II A.M.Q.S.
<b>456. JOHANN STRAUSS II </b>(1825 - 1899) Composer, son of Johann Strauss, who despite his father's objections, studied music and became the foremost composer of Waltz music earning him the nickname "The Waltz King". Best known for "The Blue Danube" (1867). Fine and scarce A.M.Q.S. 1p. 12mo., [n.p., n.d.], two measures from his most famous composition, "<i>The Blue Danube Waltz</i>", signed beneath and marked "<i>Boston</i>". Handsomely framed with a portrait engraving in a lavish gold frame. In very good condition, a fine example for display. Unexamined out of frame. <b> $2,500-3,500</b>