Manns, August - Photo postcard Programs Music Unsigned Strings one of the pioneer African-American

one of the pioneer African-American singers to enjoy a major international career in opera

just 7 months after the world premiere at the Met Opera in December 1910

toured for years with Pavlova and Ballets Russes and Australian Ballet

particularly known for his historically informed performances of music from the classical era and earlier

Playbill for the world premiere of this opera by Julius Bittner - Size is 9 x 11

Manns, August - Photo postcard Programs Music Unsigned Strings one of the pioneer African-AmericanGerman born British conductor (1825 1907) who made his career in England. Manns conducted the Crystal Palace orchestra in London for 50 years, and many works received their first performance in England. Signed photo postcard, he wrote "Music Director of the Crystal Palace from October 1855 till January 1905", in excellent condition, 3. 25 x 5. 5 inches