MEYERBEER, Giacomo [1791-1864]: Autograph letter in German with signature No place and year, [before 1850]. Oktavo 21,5 x 14 cm. 1 page on double sheet with embossed crowned initials "GM". Small marginal tear. Lightly browned.

HIS CHILDREN ARE MORE IMPORTANT TO HIM THAN REHEARSEL WORK! To a conductor "Kapellmeister" to whom he cancels a rehearsal at short notice because his youngest child has suddenly fallen ill: "... I don't know if I will be able to come to the rehearsal. Please have the goodness to start the first act without me. If it is possible for me, I will come later ...". Meyerbeer married his cousin Minna Mosson in 1827, with whom he had 5 children.