I am so excited you have found this piece! I am writing a book on the history of the clarinet in 19th-century America, and a few years ago I ran across a newspaper notice of the 1897 concert on which this piece was premiered. I have wondered about it ever since. I have lots of information on the clarinetists who performed on the premiere: Léon Pourtau and Peter Metzger.
@janeellsworth6336 Wow! It's amazing to hear this! Could you send me an email at gsteelej@gmail.com? I would really love to see that 1897 newspaper notice or any other material you have pertaining to the Loeffler Octet if you would be open to sharing. Thank you so much for getting in touch!
Seems a rather lovely work. Look forward to hearing the whole octet.
The momo has never looked so good. Can't wait to hear the whole thing. Bravo!
Thank you❤
I am so excited you have found this piece! I am writing a book on the history of the clarinet in 19th-century America, and a few years ago I ran across a newspaper notice of the 1897 concert on which this piece was premiered. I have wondered about it ever since. I have lots of information on the clarinetists who performed on the premiere: Léon Pourtau and Peter Metzger.
@janeellsworth6336 Wow! It's amazing to hear this! Could you send me an email at gsteelej@gmail.com? I would really love to see that 1897 newspaper notice or any other material you have pertaining to the Loeffler Octet if you would be open to sharing. Thank you so much for getting in touch!
Just bought a ticket for the Morgan library performance, very excited! I too delved into the collection at the Library of Congress; fascinating stuff!
Wonderful! Thanks so much for your interest. Looking forward to seeing you there!
So cool, thank you for sharing this piece! Excited to hear the complete recording.
Thank you so much for listening!