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Autograph letter signed, two pages (on two conjoined sheets), 5,5 x 7,25 inch, New York, 12.02.1906, in French, reply letter to "Cher ami" - Caruso writes about his performances* and Mr. Coquelin**, written and signed in dark ink "Enrico Caruso", attractively mounted (removable) for display with a photograph of Enrico Caruso (altogether 11,75 x 16,5 inch), with scattered mild signs of wear - in fine to very fine condition.
"Cher ami,
Merci pour les nouvelles que vous avez eu l`amabilité de me donner avec votre lettre du 1er Février.
J`ai recu aussi un dépeche de la part de Mr. Coquelin qui me dit, tout va bien. Je suis à la 34me Rep. et j`ai joué dans dix opera./
J`ai joué aussi Faust en Francais en recevant dans le théâtre un grand succès mais la presse n`était pas contente parce que je suis italienne.
Je vais écrire à Mr. Coquelin pour le remercier de la médaille.
Accepter cher ami mes salutations très distinguées
bien a vous - Enrico Caruso"
Translated:
"Dear friend,
Thank you for the news you were kind enough to give me in your letter of February 1st.
I also received a message from Mr. Coquelin saying that everything is fine. I am at the 34th performance and have acted in ten operas.
I also played Faust in French, receiving great success at the theater, but the press was not happy because I am Italian.
I will write to Mr. Coquelin to thank him for the medal.
Please accept, dear friend, my most distinguished greetings.
Yours sincerely, Enrico Caruso"
* At that time, Caruso was the undisputed star of the Metropolitan Opera in New York, where he gave over 600 performances alone.
** Most likely Benoît-Constant Coquelin (1841-1909), known as Coquelin aîné ("Coquelin the Elder") - he was a French actor, and one of the greatest theatrical figures of the age.
Further Information on the person
Profession:
(1873-1921) Italian operatic tenor, who sang to great acclaim at the major opera houses of Europe and the Americas, appearing in a wide variety of roles that ranged from the lyric to the dramatic.
Year of Birth: 1873
Enrico Caruso was an Italian operatic tenor who is widely considered one of the greatest singers in history. He was born on February 25, 1873, in Naples, Italy, and began his singing career in church choirs as a young boy.
Caruso made his operatic debut in 1895 at the Teatro Nuovo in Naples, where he quickly gained a reputation for his powerful voice and emotional performances. He went on to perform at some of the most prestigious opera houses in the world, including the Metropolitan Opera in New York.
Caruso's voice was known for its incredible range and clarity, which allowed him to sing a wide variety of roles in operas by composers such as Verdi, Puccini, and Donizetti. He was also famous for his ability to convey emotion through his singing, making him a favorite among audiences and critics alike.
Throughout his career, Caruso recorded over 250 songs and arias, many of which have become classics of the operatic repertoire. He was one of the first opera singers to achieve widespread fame through recordings, which helped to popularize opera in the early 20th century.
Enrico Caruso's life was tragically cut short when he died of a respiratory infection on August 2, 1921, at the age of 48. Despite his untimely death, he left behind a legacy that continues to inspire and influence generations of singers and music lovers around the world.
Caruso's recordings are still widely available today, and his performances are celebrated for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. He remains a legendary figure in the world of opera, with many considering him to be the greatest tenor of all time.
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