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TOSCANINI, ARTURO. (1867-1957). Italian symphonic and operatic conductor. ALS. ("Arturo Toscanini"). 2pp. 8vo. N.p., N.d. [December 1897]. In Italian with translation."Illustrious Prof. Antonio Orfi [?]In my letter from the other day I asked you if you could provide me with the parts of the Scandinavian symphony by Cowen, of which I would like to execute two parts in Sunday's concert, in Turin. I would need a note from you for the archivist who has this music – Would you be so kind to do this for me? Tomorrow morning I am leaving for Turin and I would like to bring with me the parts. I beg you to forgive me for this inconvenience and to accept my deepest thanks and my warmest regards… I thank you for the invitation that you kindly sent to me with your courteous letter but unfortunately I could not take advantage of it – this Saturday I will remain in Turin to start the rehearsal of the concerts." Trained as a cellist, Toscanini first took up the conductor's baton in 1886, at the age of… Read More