Composer (1910–1981) whose Adagio for Strings is widely considered a masterpiece of modern classical music. ANS signed “Sam,” one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard, personal letterhead, postmarked February 10, 1958. Brief note of thanks. In full: “Many thanks, dear Roy, for the kind wire for ‘Vanessa.’” Barber also addressed the postcard in his own hand. In fine condition, stray postmark ink affecting some of the text. Vanessa was Barber’s first opera, for which he won a Pulitzer Prize in 1958. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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