R. applies himself to his composition [1]; I am occupied with the children; Boni works well, is willing and amiable. In the evening “Don Quixote”. The editor of the Weser Newspaper announces himself as a champion for R. Standhartner writes that Lohengrin will not be possible in Vienna before the 2nd of March.
[1] Richard was commissioned by the “Women’s Centennial Committee” to compose a celebratory march for the opening ceremonies of the “Centennial Exhibition” of 1876 in Philadelphia.
Revised English translation by Jo Cousins [© Jo Cousins | WAGNER Salon]