GERSHWIN GEORGE Typed Letter Signed to Theodore Benedek

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GERSHWIN, GEORGE. Typed Letter Signed, to Theodore Benedek, accepting an honorary membership to the advisory board of Symphonic Productions on the suggestion of Henry Cowell. 1 page, 4to, personal stationery; short closed separations at folds, minor even toning overall. New York, 20 November 1934

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"Mr. Cowell was up to see me the other day and told me about the idea of Symphonic Productions. I am very much in favor of such a plan as I think it will be very stimulating to music lovers. Mr. Cowell asked if I would serve on the advisory board in an honorary capacity. I accept with thanks."
In 1934, Henry Cowell and Theodore Benedek formed a corporation--"Symphonic Productions"--to produce six short educational films with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, featuring dancing choreographed by Martha Graham, Doris Humphrey, Charles Weidman, and others. Before the first film could be made, the project fell apart because the manager of the Boston Symphony refused to participate.