Composer and music critic, born in Paris. He began to compose at five, and studied at the Paris Conservatoire, writing his first symphony in 1853. He was a distinguished pianist and organist, and in 1871 helped to found the Société Nationale de Musique. ALS in French, signed “C. Saint-Saens,” one page both sides, 4.75 x 7.5, no date. Untranslated letter to a gentleman. In fine condition, with expected folds and a small pencil notation. R&R COA.
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