TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, August 6, 1986. In part: “As to your question concerning the song ‘Phone Call to the Past,’ it was originally written for the film Gunn No. 1. It was an instrumental piece called ‘Theme for Sam.’ Johnny Mercer likes it and wrote the lyric. I think it is an excellent lyric myself.” Under his signature, Mancini has added a two bar AMQS. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RRAuction COA.
