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Composer (1797–1848), born in Bergamo, Italy. He studied music at Bergamo and Bologna, and produced his first opera in 1818 at Venice. The work which

Composer and pianist (1822–1890) who drew to him a loyal and devoted circle of pupils and in 1871 won some official recognition as the nominated succe

Crisp personal check, 6.5 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Gershwin, payable to New York Telephone Company for $47.49, January 11, 193

Vintage sepia pearl-finish 7 x 9 half-length portrait, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Elinor H. Genthuer, Very Sincerely, Amelita Galli-Cur

Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo, signed vertically in fountain pen, “Beniamino Gigli.” In fine condition, with an ink notation on the reverse in anot

Gifted pianist and composer (1829–1869) who was one of the first figures in American music to attain an international reputation. His colorful keyboar

Italian composer (1867–1948). Elegantly penned AMQS on a 5.5 x 3.5 haunting Teatro Alla Scala postcard. Giordano pens a blank bar of music, with three

French composer (1818–1893) known for his opera, Faust, and for his composition of ‘Ave Marie.’ Beautifully penned ALS in French, signed “Ch. Gounod,”

AMQS on a cream 8.5 x 3.25 sheet of manuscript paper, approximately four measures of “Irish Tune from County Derry,” a.k.a. ‘Londonderry Air’ and ‘Dan

Program from Grainger’s Town Hall recital on April 9, 1940, 6 x 9, 14 pages. Signed on the front cover in fountain pen by Grainger. In very good condi

Striking vintage double-weight pearl-finish 7.75 x 9.5 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Elinore Sayre, with warm thanks for her kindne

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Jascha Heifetz, Bucarest—Nov. 1928—,” on an off-white 5.75 x 2 slip. Slip is affixed to a 6 x 7.75 album page. In fin

AMQS on a 5 x 3 beige card. Herbert pens four bars of music and lyrics from the musical ‘Eileen,’ adding the lyrics, “’Tis a great day tonight for the

ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, April 17, 1922. In a letter to his “dear little misses,” Herbert writes, in full: “Thanks every so much for your kindness. I

Eminent Swiss composer (1892–1955) best known for the evocative orchestral work Pacific 231. AMQS on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 card. Honegger pens two ba

French composer and violinist. He was professor of violin at the Paris Conservatory from its founding in 1795 until 1826 and was one of the authors of

Celebrated soprano (1820–1887), known as the ‘Swedish Nightingale,’ who, under the management of P. T. Barnum, became the most renowned and highly pai

Composer (1741–1816) best known today for the vocal romance ‘Plaisir d'Amour,’ on which the 1961 Elvis Presley standard ‘Can't Help Falling ...

Italian composer (1863–1945) whose 1890 masterpiece ‘Cavalleria Rusticana’ takes a place among the most beloved staples of the operatic repertoire. St

World-famous Irish tenor and recording artist (1884-1945), celebrated for his performances of the operatic and popular song repertoires. Vintage fount

German-born composer (1791–1864) best known for such operas as Les Hugenots and Robert le diable. ALS in French, signed “Meyerbeer,” one page, 5.25 x

Hungarian conductor (1855–1922). Penetrating vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo, signed in fountain pen. In very good condition, with some light rubbi

French tenor, librettist, and composer (1802–1839). ALS, in French, signed “Ad Nourrit,” one page, 5 x 8, 1827. Letter to Monsieur Ferville in Paris.

Eight vintage glossy and matte-finish photos, ranging in size from 3.5 x 5.5 to 8 x 10, each signed in ink by the respective opera singer pictured. Si

Beautiful vintage pearl-finish 6.5 x 9 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with some light contrast to the signature.

Highly influential French composer (1875–1937) who remains unsurpassed in his imaginative use of instrumental color in his operas, brilliantly scored

Italian composer (1858–1924) who earned a central place in the operatic pantheon with such repertoire staples as ‘La Boheme,’ ‘Madama Butterfly,’ and

Highly influential French composer (1875–1937) who remains unsurpassed in his imaginative use of instrumental color in his operas, brilliantly scored

Soviet composer (1906–1975) whose 15 symphonies occupy a place of central performance in the orchestral literature of the twentieth century. TLS in Ru

Two items: vintage 3.5 x 5.5 head-and-shoulders photo of Rubinstein, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Capt. Ralph E. Ward

Irish-born composer who was particularly notable for his choral music (1852–1924). Vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo, signed vertically in fountain p

Postal cover, signed in fountain pen, “Richard Strauss,” bearing two postmarks, one dated July 4, 1939 from ‘Richard, Missouri’ and the other dated Ju

Vintage 7 x 5 photo of Stravinsky playing a piano, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, and signed “I. Stravinsky.” Photo is affixed to an identical

Italian composer (1813–1901) who was one of the most influential figures in the history of opera. ALS in Italian, signed “G. Verdi,” one page, 5.25 x

Italian composer (1813–1901) who was one of the most influential figures in the history of opera. ALS in Italian, signed “G. Verdi,” one page, 5 x 8.2

Unique envelope panel, 11.5 x 8, hand-addressed by Verdi to “Alli Eg Maesto Tebaldini alla Capella del Santo, Padova,” with “Musica Stampata” written

Belgian composer and violinist (1820–1881) considered an essential part of the Franco-Belgian violin school during the mid-19th century. AMQS on an of

World renowned concert violinist (1889–1985), composer, conductor and teacher. Vintage glossy 7.25 x 9.5 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribe

Color limited edition 22 x 28 lithograph of the artwork for ‘For Those About To Rock,’ numbered #422/500, signed in the lower border in black felt tip

Brazilian virtuoso guitarist and composer (1917–1995) famous for his song ‘The Girl from Ipanema.’ AMQS on an off-white 9 x 9.75 sheet of musically-li

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 promotional photo of the trumpeter in a white tux, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen, “To Alex, Louis Armstrong,” addin

Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Armstrong relaxing with his band, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Face, my man Art, Satchmo, Louis Armst

Chilean pianist (1903–1991). Vintage matte-finish 4.75 x 6.5 photo of Arrau playing, signed and inscribed in fountain pen in Spanish and dated 1941. A

Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “Thomas, Warmest wishes, Valerie Simpson” and “Nick Ashford.” In fine condition,

Color 15.75 x 17.5 poster for the Humanitas Sixth Annual Benefit at the Berkeley Community Center, signed in silver ink, “Love, Joan Baez.” Matted and

Souvenir handwritten lyrics to the first verse of ‘Surfer Girl,’ on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet, written out by David Marks, signed in blue felt tip b

Shut Down Volume 2 album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Mike Love and Brian Wilson. In fine condition. The record is included.

Souvenir handwritten lyrics to the first verse of ‘Surfer Girl,’ on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet, written out by David Marks, signed in blue felt tip b

Music producer and promoter who brought the Beatles to Shea Stadium. Three glossy 10 x 8 photos of the Beatles performing at Shea Stadium and the fren

Sheet music to ‘The One after 909,’ 8.5 x 11, four pages, signed on the first page in black felt tip by Best. In very fine condition.

Stellar 14 x 22 reproduction poster promoting The Silver Beatles at the Cavern Club, January 4–18, 1962, signed in silver ink by Best. In fine conditi

English pop artist, best known for his design of the sleeve for the Beatles’ album Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely H...

Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of the Beatles in their Sgt. Pepper’s garb, signed in the bottom border in black felt tip by Blake. In fine condition, with

German artist and photographer known for her images of the Beatles. Astrid first met the Beatles in the 1960s on their first visit to Hamburg, at the

Reclusive engineer to the Beatles. Emerick’s work can be found on Revolver, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, and Abbey Road. Color glossy 10 x 8

The Space Within Us concert DVD, recorded live in 2005, signed in black felt tip on the front of the actual DVD paper sleeve, beneath the plastic slee

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of the Revolver album art, signed vertically in blue felt tip by Voormann. In fine condition.

Friend of the Beatles from the Hamburg days and designer of their Revolver album cover. Revolver album signed on the front cover in black felt tip. In

Cardstock 8.5 x 11 photo of White at his drum set, signed in blue felt tip on the bass drum head, “Love Me Do, Andy White.” In fine condition.

Glossy 10 x 8 Mercury Records promotional photo, signed and inscribed in purple felt tip “To Tom from Cat capn Van Vliet 11 27 77.” Scattered creases

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 20th Century Fox promotional photo for Carmen Jones, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Pierre, Harry Belafonte.” In very

Sheet music to ‘I Left My Heart in San Francisco’, 8.5 x 11, signed on the front cover in black ink by Bennett. Mild toning to cover, slightly heavier

Glossy 11 x 14 photo of a young Bennett hugging a Columbia microphone, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with image a bit grainy.

I Left My Heart in San Francisco album signed on the front cover in black ink. Punch hole to top left, scattered light creases and cover wear, and adh

Check, 6 x 3.25, filled out in another hand and signed by Berlin, payable to Dards for $18.00, December 7, 1925. In fine condition, with the expected

Sheet music to ‘God Bless America,’ 9 x 12, three pages, nicely signed on the front cover in fountain pen. In fine condition.

TLS signed “Irving,” one page, 7.25 x 11, personal letterhead, May 7, 1945. Letter to Captain Louis Simon of the Army’s Special Services Section. In p

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Bernstein looking pensive before a microphone, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with scattered light creasing and s

Bold and enthusiastic AMQS on an off-white 5 x 3 card. Bernstein pens two bars of music to Maria from West Side Story, with the lyrics, “Ma–ri–a” belo

Two in-person ink signatures, “Leonard Bernstein,” on individual off-white 5 x 3 cards. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and a

Three used tickets from performances at the Mohegan Sun Arena, all 5.25 x 3.25, each signed in ink or felt tip by the respective performer: Beyonce, J

Infamous color glossy 8 x 10 photo of the band in bed with a topless Janis Joplin, signed in blue felt tip by Sam Andrew, Peter Albin, Dave Getz, and

Unused 8? clear Remo drumhead, signed in black felt tip by Debbie Harry, Chris Stein, Clem Burke, adding “99,” Jimmy Destri, adding, “Don’t Fear Y2K,”

Sheet music to ‘(We Ain’t Got) Nothin’ Yet,’ 8.25 x 11, one page both sides, signed in black ink by all five original members: Mike Esposito, Ralph Sc

Two unused Remo drumheads, one 13? and one 14?, one signed in blue felt tip by all five members of the Wallflowers, and the other signed in blue felt

Intimate glossy 11 x 14 close-up photo, signed in blue ink by Brooks and Yearwood. In fine condition.

Glossy 5.5 x 6.5 promotional half-length photo, signed in black felt tip, “My Best, James Brown.” In fine condition, with a trivial crease towards the

American rockabilly pioneer (1934–1964). DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Click Corporation letterhead, January 27, 1961. Burnette agrees to perform on America

Composer (1881-1946) of operas on American Indian themes, choral works, and hundreds of songs. Two items: vintage pearl-finish 6.25 x 9.25 photo of Ca

Postcard of Cage’s Forty-five Drawings by Thoreau, 6 x 4, signed on the reverse in black ink. In fine condition.

Johnny Cash Sings the Songs that Made Him Famous album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with tape repairs and reinforce

Lap of Luxury inside album sleeve, signed on the portrait side in blue felt tip by Robin Zander, Rick Nielsen (adding a quick self-portrait), Bun E. C

Color 32 x 16 poster, signed in black felt tip on one of the 8 x 8 panels by Robert Lamm, James Panko, Lee Loughnane, Walt Parazaider, Jason Scheff, T

White pickguard for a standard-size strat, signed in purple felt tip by all four members. In fine condition.

Color 14 x 22 poster entitled An Evening with Eric Clapton and his Band’s performances on August 25 and 26, 1992 at the Alpine Grove Music Theatre, si

DS, three pages, 8.5 x 11, August 10, 1953. Agreement between Cole and Max Liebman Productions, Inc. for Cole and his Trio to appear on eight televisi

Promotional table card, 6.5 x 3.5, for Cole’s appearance with Ernie Heckscher’s Orchestra in the Venetian Room of the Fairmont Hotel, signed in the bl

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Cole with a golf club slung over his shoulder, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Mama, Best wishes, Nat King C

Glossy 8 x 10 United Artists promotional photo for Roadie, signed in silver ink. In fine condition, with a few scattered light creases and surface mar

School’s Out album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Alice Cooper, Michael Bruce, Dennis Dunaway, and Neal Smith, adding “School’s out for

School’s Out flip-top album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip. Some light wear and creasing, otherwise fine condition. The record is included

Alice Cooper’s Greatest Hits album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip. In fine condition. The record is included.

FDC with a cachet honoring Progress in Electronics, signed in blue ballpoint, “Aaron Copland.” In fine condition, with light creasing and a trivial st

Sheet music for ‘(What’s So Funny ‘Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding,’ 8.5 x 11, four pages, signed on the first page in black felt tip by Elvis Cos

Playful 8.5 x 11 paperstock photo of the original line-up, signed in black ink by Country Joe McDonald (adding a peace sign), Barry Melton, David Benn

Souvenir set list from their May 14, 2011, concert at The Town Hall in New York, one page, 8.5 x 11. Set list consists of 26 songs and is signed in bl

Early 8.5 x 11 songbook paperstock photo, signed in the bottom border in black ballpoint by Don Dannemann and Tom Dawes, and in blue felt tip by Marty

Lark fiddle, complete with bow and case, signed on the body in black felt tip, “Rosin up your bow, Charlie Daniels.” In fine condition.

Five satin-finish photos, four 11 x 14 and one 14 x 11, including four color, each signed in felt tip or ink by the respective band member pictured. S

Five satin-finish photos, four 11 x 14 and one 14 x 11, including four color, each signed in felt tip or ink by the respective band member pictured. S