Composer, born in Cadiz, Spain. He won prizes in 1905 as a pianist and for his first opera, then moved to Paris (1907–14), where he published his first piano compositions. On returning to Madrid, his works became known for their colorful national Spanish idiom. He is best known for his ballet, The Three-Cornered Hat (1919). ALS in French, two pages, 5.25 x 8, February 2, 1928. Letter to a friend. In 1928, Falla and poet Garcia-Lorca organized a music festival in Granada. In part, “How can I make amends for my silence after your so very pleasing letter? I thought about writing you…but…impossible! I can assure you that I have almost no life for myself. But since we’ll be meeting soon, to my great joy, I’ll tell you the reasons for my silence. Your news about your concert made me so very happy. Maybe you know that Marguerite Babain has cancelled [her concert].” He adds the postscript: “Very touched by Marguerite’s fond greetings. I send her my most devoted ones.” In fine condition, with light mailing folds. R&R COA.
