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Lot #823
Kurt Weill and Maxwell Anderson

Rare Weill presentation to Bing Crosby

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Rare Weill presentation to Bing Crosby

Signed book: Knickerbocker Holiday. First edition, first printing. Washington, DC: Anderson House, 1938. Hardcover, 6 x 8.75, 109 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “For Bing Crosby, from Maxwell Anderson, and” and “Kurt Weill.” Autographic condition: fine, with a couple light red marks to the signature area. Weill and Anderson collaborated on this musical which introduced ‘September Song’ as one of its musical numbers, now considered a pop standard. Bing Crosby recorded the tune twice, first in 1943 and again in 1977, just one month before his death. A scarce autograph highlighted by an excellent musical association. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #450 - Ended April 15, 2015





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