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Irving Berlin Collection: Two Signed Letters, Original Birthday Composition and Additional Lyrics to

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Irving Berlin Collection: Two Signed Letters, Original Birthday Composition and Additional Lyrics to

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Irving Berlin Collection: Two Signed Letters, Original Birthday Composition and Additional Lyrics to a Friend for 25 Years, Samuel Hoffman (Rare) (1888-1989) Hailed as one of the greatest songwriters in American History, the acclaim and popularity of Berlin is without equal composing over 1500 songs in his 60 year career including the scores for 20 original Broadway shows and 15 original Hollywood films. Irving Berlin was a close friend to a school teacher, Samuel Hoffman for over 25 years. In 1957, Berlin composed and recorded a song to Hoffman on the occasion of his 81st Birthday which appears to have been on or about July 14th. Only one recording was made and that was exclusively or Mr. Hoffman which was entitled "Sam, Sam The Man What Am".

On July 14, 1958, Irving Berlin sent a letter to Mr. Hoffman " Here's a slightly different lyric to the same tune of your birthday song. I hope you like it. Love Irving". Letter measures 10½ x 7½" and is on his fine letterhead (by Cranes Crest) signed boldly in blue fountain pen ink. With the best of intentions, the letter was laminated with the additional lyrics and composition on verso which measures 11 x 9" keeping both pieces pristine

On July 13, 1959 Irving Berlin sent Mr. Hoffman a new verse for his original birthday song which reads

"Sam, Sam the man what am
You still are on the beam
Eighty-three --- will simply be
A day for more ice cream
When your first plate is through
Order one more or two
Happy Birthday to you"

With love,
Irving "

On smaller letterhead, 7 ¼ x 5¾" and is signed in blue fountain pen ink. This letter was also laminated and remains pristine. Estimated Value $400 - 600

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Irving Berlin Collection: Two Signed Letters, Original Birthday Composition and Additional Lyrics to

Name: Irving Berlin Collection: Two Signed Letters, Original Birthday Composition and Additional Lyrics to
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Price: 210 USD
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