Colorful French composer (1866-1925), who was one of the primary influences on the younger generation of avant-garde French composers in the early decades of the 20th-century. Though best known for his series of 'Gymnopedies,' Satie carved out a singular niche in the history of modern music for his enigmatic, witty, humor tinged works bearing such titles as 'Vexations' and 'Genuine Flabby Preludes for a Dog.' Among his well-known eccentricities was an evident passion for umbrellas, which were found in great quantity in his lodgings after his death. ALS in French, signed with his elegant monogram, “E. S.,” one page, 4.5 x 5.5, no date. Letter to Mademoiselle Valentine Gross, in part (translated): "Hello everyone. What do you become? Are you telling me? No? A kind word from you will make me happy." Addressed on the reverse in Satie's hand. In fine condition. From the collection of Stephen Adamson.
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