December 15, 1952

Mr. Bohuslav Martinů

24 West 58th Street

New York, N. Y.

Dear Mr. Martinů:

As you know, Mr. Szell will give the first performance of your new "Rhapsody Concerto" for Viola and Orchestra, with Mr. Veissi as soloist, in Cleveland on February 19 and 21. I should greatly appreciate your own analysis and description of the work for quitation in our program book and shall be very glad to receive any material with which you can provide me.

Is it possible that you may be able to be present in Cleveland for the performances?

With kind regards from Mr. Szell and myself, I am

Cordially yours,

George H. L. Smith

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