Cortot, Alfred. (1877–1962) Autograph Letter regarding new long-playing recordsA very interesting letter from the great French pianist, mentioning Belgian pianist Emile Bosquet and expressing his pleasure that the new long playing records will allow musicians to play at more comfortable tempos! Lausanne, January 4, 1950. To a Mr. Van der Spek in Brussels, Cortot writes (translated from the French): "The new method of recording you spoke to me about was in fact brought to my attention in England, but I was also informed that it