Birmingham Musical Festival Dvořák Antonín

31st May 1889

My Dear Sir

I am desired by the Orchestral Committee of the Birmingham Musical Festival, to express to you the satisfaction they would feel, if you would honour them by composing a new Work for first productions at the Festival of 1891.

Beyond conveying their wish that which Work should be of first importance, they do not attempt to suggest to you its exact nature, but would prefer that you should determine whether it should be an Oratorio, sacred Cantata or Mass, for morning performance, or a secular Cantata for an evening performance.

I do not know what your views may be as to terms on which the Copyright should be acquired, but I have little doubt that a satisfactory arrangement might be made through Messrs Novello & Co., who are good enough to forward this letter.

I should add that the Committee earnestly desire that the Work should be conducted by the composer, and I can assure you of a cordial welcome in Birmingham, where the splendid success of the “Spectre’s Bride” is so fresh in our memories.

I trust that your experience of the Festival of 1885 us a guarantee to you that every possible effort will be made to ensure an adequate performance.

I am, Dear Sir

Yours faithfully

Charles G Beale

 

Chairman of Musical Sub Committee

žádost festival.výboru o kompozici pro festival v r.1891, požadavky na charakter díla

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