The Lotte Lehmann Foundation proudly announces the 2009 Composer Autograph Online Silent Auction. The auction website went live and the auction formally began at 6:00 PM EST at www.llfauction.org.
At the start of the auction, the following compsoers have generously donated musical autographs:
A silent auction allows you to view and read about auction items and bid online throughout the duration of the auction. At the end of the auction, the highest bidder on an item will win that item.
A digital image of each composer’s autograph appears on the website. To see a higher resolution image, click on the image. Your Username and password will log you into the system. The auction ends Tuesday, May 12th, 2009 at midnight. Once online bidding has closed, individuals who attend in person the silent auction cocktail party in New York on May 13th will have a final opportunity to outbid online bidders. Contact the campaign coordinator to reserve a space at the silent auction benefit cocktail party or to ask for more information.
All proceeds go to Lotte Lehmann Foundation and must be paid by check, cashier's check or money order within 10 days of the close of auction (unless other arrangements are made).Winning bidders will be notified on May 14th, 2009.
Items will be available for pickup or delivery by May 15th, 2009.
The Lotte Lehmann Foundation is a recognized non-profit organization which the IRS designates 501 (c) (3). Please note that the majority of your bid is tax-deductible. For more information about the Lotte Lehmann Foundation, click here.
About the Autographs
Each musical autograph consists of three musical staves pre-printed on a sheet of 8.5 x 11 inch archival grade Acid-free paper with a neutral or basic pH (7 or slightly greater). It addresses the problem of preserving documents for long periods. Each composer was asked to provide a few measures in their own handwriting of one of their compositions. A letter of authenticity accompanies each autograph.
