RR Auction: Rare Manuscripts, Documents, and Autographs

French composer and teacher (1851–1931) best known for his ‘Symphony on a French Mountain Air.’ Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Reutlinger of Par

Portuguese pianist and composer (1868–1948) who was one of the last pupils of Franz Liszt. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by J. C. Schaarwachter of

Prussian-born conductor and composer (1862–1950) who was the longtime leader of the New York Symphony Orchestra. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo, bo

Spanish violinist and composer (1844–1908). Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 real photo postcard photo of de Sarasate posing with his violin, signed in black ink, “P

AMQS in pencil on an off-white 6.25 x 4.75 sheet. De Sarasate writes out three bars from his most famous work, titled in his hand, “Zigeunerweisen,” a

Eminent Romanian-born violinist and composer (1881–1955). Vintage pearl-finish 7 x 9 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “A monsieur Harley Ho

Leading English composer (1857–1934) and a significant figure among late Romantic European musicians. Signed book: The Music Makers. First edition. Lo

Austrian pianist, composer, and professor at the Vienna Music Conservatoire (1856–1918). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Rudolf Krziwanek of Vien

Highly regarded German conductor (1886–1954) who became embroiled in controversy with the rise of the Third Reich. Though vehemently anti-Hitler, he w

German pianist (1833–1914) known for performing the works of Liszt and Berlioz, and accompaning to Jenny Lind. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portra

British lyricist (1836–1911) best known for his 14 comic operas written in collaboration with composer Arthur Sullivan. Scarce original 4.25 x 6.25 ca

French violinist and Romantic composer (1849–1895). Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Godard, signed and inscribed on the reverse in black ink

The Well-Tempered Clavier four LP box set, signed on the front cover of the album booklet below his photograph in blue felt tip, “With best w

Three sets of scores from The Dolmetsch Collection of English Consorts, published by G. Schirmer of New York, each inscribed with a different sentimen

German composer, conductor, writer and music-director (1811–1885). ALS signed “Dr. Ferdinand Hiller,” one page, 4 x 5.25, embossed personal letterhead

Child prodigy (1876–1957) who later became one of the world's famous pianists and pedagogues. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of the Hofmann a...

ALS in French, signed “A. H.,” on a 5.5 x 3.5 deckle-edge picture postcard of Napoli, no date, but postmarked Zurich 1939. Postcard to Madame de Silve

German Romantic composer (1854–1921) best known for the opera Hänsel und Gretel. He is not related to the 1960s British pop star of the same na...

German Romantic composer (1854–1921) best known for the opera Hänsel und Gretel. He is not related to the 1960s British pop star of the same na...

French composer (1890–1962). ALS in French, one page both sides, 5 x 8, Academie de France letterhead, January 20, 1949. Letter to Fernand Du Bradous

Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by J. C. Schaarwachter of Berlin, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink, and dated February 1892. In

Hungarian-French composer (1905–1969). TLS in French, one page, 8 x 10.5, March 24, 1947. Untranslated letter to a group of gentlemen. In very good co

Czech pianist and composer (1823–1912). Original 2.5 x 4.25 carte-de-visite portrait by Lombardi & Fry of Brighton, signed at the bottom of the ...

Popular Austrian composer (1870–1948) of ‘light’ classical music, best known for his operetta, ‘The Merry Widow.’ Vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo,

Popular Austrian composer (1870–1948) of ‘light’ classical music, best known for his operetta, ‘The Merry Widow.’ Vintage 4.25 x 6 postcard photo of a

ANS in French, signed “Massenet,” on the front of one of his 3.75 x 2.25 personal calling cards, no date. Brief untranslated note signed at the conclu

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

Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Massenet, by Pierre Petit of Paris, signed at the bottom in black ink, “Massenet,” below a sentiment in

German organist and composer (1827–1885) who published over 180 works. Original 2.5 x 4.25 carte-de-visite portrait by W. Hoffert of Dresden, signed a

Violinist (1838–1911) who toured throughout Europe and married composer Ludvig Norman. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Neruda, signed in

Hungarian conductor (1855–1922). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Falk of New York, signed on the image in black ink. In fine condition, with mode

French composer (1819–1880) best known for his popular stage works, most notably Orpheus in the Underworld (including the famous ‘Can-Can’) and The Ta

Remarkable Italian violinist and composer (1782–1840) generally regarded as the greatest virtuoso in the history of the instrument. Paganini’s strikin

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

French composer and pianist (1852–1914) known for his performances of Mozart. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Aime Dupont of New York, signed and

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

Colorful 5.5 x 3.5 postcard for La Boheme, featuring an image from Act II on the left side, signed in fountain pen “Giacomo Puccini.” In very good con

Vintage 3.25 x 5.25 real photo postcard of a young Rachmaninoff, by Breitkopf & Hartel of London, signed vertically in black ink, “S. Rachmanino...

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

Orchestral and operatic conductor (1843–1916) closely associated with Richard Wagner. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by F. Hartmann of Bayreuth, si

Important Italian composer (1792–1868) who became one of the seminal figures in the history of opera with such repertoire staples as The Barber of Sev

Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by W. Hoffert of Germany, signed on the image in black ink, “Ant. Rubinstein.” Some light spotting to background of

Prolific and prodigiously talented French Romantic composer (1835–1921) of such timeless works as the ‘Organ’ Symphony,’ the opera ‘Samson et Dalila,’

Prolific and prodigiously talented French Romantic composer (1835–1921) of such timeless works as the ‘Organ’ Symphony,’ the opera ‘Samson et Dalila,’

German violin virtuoso (1846–1918) and one of the foremost violin teachers of his era; his etudes for violin remain popular today. Original 4.25 x 6.5

Highly important German composer and pianist (1810–1856) whose distinctively lyrical musical language, especially evident in his keyboard works and ar

Hungarian conductor (1850–1898) who conducted the premiere performance of Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9, and is especially associated with Wagner’s operas.

Five photos: one vintage pearl-finish 6.75 x 9.25 photo of Aureliano Pertile in Otello, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, and dated October 1941;

First wife of Johann Strauss II (1818–1878). ALS in French, signed “Strauss,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 8, embossed personal letterhead, December 30

Ink signature, “Richard Strauss,” on a light blue 6.25 x 7.75 album page, with an unidentified signature to lower portion of page. In fine condition,

ALS, one page, 5.5 x 7.75, June 20, 1966. Letter of thanks for a birthday gift. In part: “Thank you very very much for your kind birthday greetings an

Glossy 8 x 10 Goldenberg head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Gerard Lewis, best wishes, I Stravinsky.” A couple notic

Signed book: Stravinsky: An Autobiography. First edition. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1936. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.25, 288 pages. Signed and inscribed wit...

Spanish composer of classical music (1882–1949). AMQS on an off-white 6.5 x 5.25 sheet. Turina pens five bars he identifies as “Fiesta mora en Tanger,

Unsigned mailing envelope, 4.5 x 3.5, addressed by Verdi in Italian. Scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition.

Austrian orchestra and opera conductor (1908-1989) and one of the most renowned conductors in music history. His obituary in The New York Times descri

Intense color semi-glossy 4 x 5.75 cardstock photo of von Karajan during a performance, signed in gold ink. In fine condition, with scattered surface

Belgian violin virtuoso, composer, and conductor (1858–1931) known as ‘The King of the Violin.’ Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Ysaye posing with

Original vintage 5.75 x 3.5 Parlophone Records promotional card, with an image of the neatly-dressed band on the front. Signed on the reverse in black

Rare and historically significant color vintage 5 x 3.5 postcard photo from the Peppermint Lounge in New York City, signed on the reverse in blue ball

Choice vintage ballpoint signatures, “Beatles, Best wishes, Paul McCartney,” “John Lennon,” “Ringo Starr,” and “George Harrison,” on an off-white 4.5

Vintage 4 x 5 newspaper 1963 photo of the Beatles, signed in blue ink, “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr.” Signatures were obtained circa early 1963

Apple Publishing Ltd. business check, 7.5 x 3.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Harrison, payable to George Alexander for £112.89, Ju...

Early vintage Parlophone promo card, 5.75 x 3.5, with an image of the band in matching suits on the front, signed on the reverse in black ballpoint, “

Vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.5 promo postcard portrait of Harrison as a member of the Beatles, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint. In very good conditi

Beatles Fan Club Secretary from 1963 until it closed in 1972, two years after the breakup of The Beatles. TLS signed “Freda,” on the reverse of a 5.25

Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Beatles, Ringo Starr,” and “John Lennon,” on the inside cover of an Australian airlines menu which measures 7 x 8. Some

Beautiful left-handed sunburst-finish Hofner ‘violin’ or ‘Cavern’ B-Bass HI-Series bass guitar, beautifully signed on the off-white pickguard in blue

Two pieces of correspondence sent to a former employee of Hunt-Wesson foods named Bob Hanzen. An ANS, signed “John Lennon,” one page, 5.25 x 5.25, no

TLS, one page, 8.25 x 11.5, personal letterhead, May 24, 2007. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Working on the ‘Love’ album and the show that went with

Original vintage Beatles glossy promo card, 4.25 x 6, with images and pre-printed signatures of the Fab Four on the front, signed on the reverse in bl

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Paul McCartney (Beatles),” on a light brown 6.75 x 8 heavy cardstock album page, with two clipped photos of Paul and the

TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, July 1, 1953. Letter to Dr. Alfred Charles Levy. In full: “I have been in California for the past thr

Scarce glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Carpenter, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Danny, Hi! Karen Carpenter.” Photo also bears a pre-pri

Innovative and highly regarded jazz pianist (1929–1980) who worked briefly with Miles Davis before forming his own trio in the late 1950s. Evans’s inf

Handsome vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Nat King Cole.” In fine condition, with scattered surface creases

DS, four pages both sides, 8.5 x 11, April 1, 1958. Agreement between Johnny Hodges and Ellington’s company Tempo Music, with Tempo agreeing to publis

American disc jockey and promoter (1921–1965) who pioneered the broadcasting of R&B and rock and roll on the radio, resulting in an explosion of...

Vintage fountain pen signature, “George Gershwin,” on a tan 5.5 x 1.5 slip. Slip is affixed to a 1936 Alvin Theatre cast page for Porgy and Bess, whic

Go To Heaven album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Jerry Garcia, Phil Lesh, Bob Weir, Mickey Hart, Bill Kreutzmann, and Brent Mydland.

Color 10 x 12.75 Rolling Stone magazine photo of the band from the August 7, 1980, issue, signed in blue felt tip by Jerry Garcia, Brent Mydland, Bill

TLS signed “Johnny,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, April 12, 1971. Letter to producer Edwin H. Knopf and his wife. In part: “Just a word

Vintage signatures, “Buddy Holly” in bold blue ballpoint, and “Jerry Allison” and “Joe Maudlin” in pencil, on an off-white 8.25 x 2.5 lightly-lined sh

Bob Dylan’s Bringing It All Back Home album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “I Dig It Too, Jimi Hendrix,” and signed on the back cover in

Scarce vintage 3.5 x 5.75 Coral Records promotional postcard photo of The Crickets, signed in black ballpoint by Buddy Holly and in blue ballpoint by

TLS, one page, 5.5 x 8, personal letterhead, March 4, 1936. Letter to Mary Vogt care of John Wanamaker. In part: “I feel too much of an emotional tug

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, July 17, 1934. Agreement between Lane, Adamson, and Samuel Goldwyn, Inc., in which Burton and Lane transfer all their rights t

Box set entitled Led Zeppelin: The Complete Studio Recordings, 6 x 4.5 x 6.25, all nine of the original studio albums and an expanded version of Coda,

Bonham Swan Song promotional poster, 11.75 x 16.5, showing Bonham waving to a crowd from behind his drum kit, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint,

Led Zeppelin II (UK pressing) album signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with some scattered light wear to both covers and a

Influential jazz bassist and composer (1922–1979) whose complex, innovative works meld elements of jazz, classical, and gospel. Rare glossy 7.25 x 8 p

DS, signed in pencil “Charles Mingus, Jr,” one page, 8.5 x 11, July 27, 1945. In full: “I, Charles Mingus, hereby promise to pay in to the office of M

Original program from the 1975 Newport Jazz Festival, 8.5 x 11, signed inside in blue ballpoint by Miles Davis, Maynard Ferguson, David Clayton Thomas

Glamorous 3.75 x 5.75 cardstock promotional photo, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip. Scattered surface marks and creases, otherwise fine conditio

Souvenir picture album promoting Elvis Presley with the Blue Moon Boys, 8.5 x 11, signed twice in black ink by Presley, once on the front cover and on

Vintage ballpoint signatures of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts, on an off-white 3.25 x 4 lightly-lined slip.

Vintage ballpoint signature “Mick Jagger,” and a vintage blue felt tip signature “Keith Richards” on individual light green 4 x 6 album pages. Collect

Academy Award–winning Hungarian-born composer (1907–1995) best known for his scores to classic films such as Spellbound. ALS, on a 6 x 4 deckle-edge G

ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 8.25 x 11, May 25, 2001. Short letter addressed to “Young People.” In full: “I’m much honored that you like my music, an

Vintage glossy 8 x 9.5 photo of Sinatra at the beginning of his career, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Irwin—Sincerely, Frank Sinatra.” Ligh