Myra Mortimer's letter to composer Arthur Farwell in 1939

Letter from Myra to Arthur Farwell (1872-1952) 

From the Eastman School of Music Farwell collection HERE

 

transcribe 

5 June 39
Myra Mortimer Pinter
200 West 58th Street
New York City

Dear Mr. Farwell—

You probably scarcely recall my name, if at all—but I should like to tell you how beautiful I thought your prize-winning Concerto for two pianos—and extend to you my heartiest congratulations! I was always a great admirer of your songs, which you sent me in manuscript many years ago—unfortunately, they were too high for my voice and they did not lend themselves to transposition, which I regretted very much.

I shall always miss our charming and interesting friend "Fitchen" who was the one who introduced me to you and your work. After having lived in London eight years, he has just returned to home shores—and it’s really wonderful to be back.

I hope that if you are in New York, at any time, we shall have the pleasure of seeing you.

I am,

Yours sincerely, and in great admiration,
Myra Mortimer Pinter

 

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