Composer who became Columbia University's first professor of music. Paresis made him unable to perform or compose after 1904, and he lapsed into insanity and died at age 47. His farm in Peterborough, N.H., became the MacDowell Colony for artists after his death. ALS signed “E. A. McDowell,” one page, 5.75 x 9, personal letterhead, April 6, 1894. Letter to a gentleman. In part, “I have been obliged to cancel my engagement with the Symphony Orchestra from April 20-21 (When I was to play my Second Concerto)…As soon as my finger is better I intend to give an informal invitation recital of piano music.” In fine condition, with tape remnants to edges and some scattered mild toning. R&R COA.
