Composer (1887–1979). She studied at the Paris Conservatoire (1897-1904), where she won several prizes, and went on to write many vocal and instrumental works, winning second prize at the Grand Prix de Rome in 1908 for her cantata, La Sirène (The Siren). ALS in French, one page, 8.25 x 5.25, Ecoles D’Art Americaines, Conservatoire de Musique letterhead, March 15, 1951. Letter to a friend expressing her sadness that she cannot attend the ballet as she is busy overseeing auditions at the conservatory. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold through a single letter of signature and a couple of other creases. RR Auction COA.
