Soviet composer (1906–1975) whose fifteen symphonies occupy a place of central performance in the orchestral literature of the twentieth century. ALS in Russian, signed “D. Shostakovich,” one page, lightly-lined, 5.5 x 8, February 19, 1965. Crisply penned untranslated letter. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, with vertical fold passing through a single letter of signature. RRAuction COA.
