Famed German composer and performer who successfully combined romantic music with classical spirit, and is best remembered for his four outstanding symphonies, his Violin Concerto, Piano Concerto and the German Requiem. Brahms began studies on the piano at the age of seven. By the age of thirteen he was able to support himself by playing piano at bars and brothels and arranging light music. He soon began writing sonatas, piano trios, and many other romantic works. He became acquainted with Joseph Joachim and Franz Liszt and attracted the attention of Robert Schumann, who declared him a "Musical Messiah." ALS in German, signed 'J. Brahms,' on a pale green 5 x 6 deckle edge correspondence card. The letter is postmarked 13.10.87 Coln (Rhein). Untranslated. Also addressed in Brahms' hand on the reverse. Accompanied by an unsigned image of the composer. In fine condition, with a bit of adhesive residue in the upper right corner, affecting nothing. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
