Shostakovich, Dimitry. (1906-1975) Russian composer of symphonies, ballets, operas, concertos, and choral works, whose work was initially successful, then denounced by the Soviet government for infidelity to Soviet "realism," and later embraced.
Typed Outline For a Film Score Signed. Two pages, Quarto, in Russian, n.p., January 13, 1960. Fascinating typed manuscript in which the composer discusses a proposed composition for a film score. He writes, in part:
"...The music for the film would be built around four themes...The first is the theme of the paintings. Second is the theme of the Soviet soldiers in their search to recover stolen cultural treasures. The third theme will deal with the role of the German painter Paul Nauman and his wife. The fourth theme will concern the role of German Communist Eric Braun. Combined these four themes provide enough depth for a satisfactory movie sound track. Composition will be difficult. The fourth theme should be a march close to themes of German revolutionary songs..."
Signed and dated in purple ink at bottom of second page. Right edges of both first and second page somewhat ragged, with a minor clip stain and small hole at top left. Still, a fascinating, valuable document in very good condition.
Estimated Value $300-500.
