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Alfred Newman

Oscar-winning composer signs off on 'Barbary Coast'

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Oscar-winning composer signs off on 'Barbary Coast'

Composer, arranger, and conductor of music for films (1900–1970). He won nine Oscars, was nominated 45 times more than any other composer in film history, and had the second most wins and nominations for an individual in Academy Award history. DS, signed in pencil, "Alfred Newman, Music Director," one page, 8.5 x 5.5, October 8, 1935. Short document headed "Footnote" at the top reads, "These numbers are published by Irving Berlin Inc., under special contract with the United Artists Studio Corpn., to be used by us without fee or license." Signed underneath in pencil by Newman. Document is paperclipped to a three page Music Cue sheet for 'Barbary Coast.' In very good condition, with two pencil notations to top of signed page, rusty paper clip mark along top, and a uniform shade of toning. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #368 - Ended March 09, 2011