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Leon Schottisch

Title
Leon Schottisch [graphic] / composed by F. Cardella and danced nightly by Master Leon of George Christy's Minstrels.
Publication
New York : [Firth, Pond & Co.], 1861.

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Additional Authors
  • Cardella, R. Frank.
  • Sarony, Major & Knapp Lith. ltg
Description
1 print : lithograph on tinted ground, b&w; 32 x 25 cm. +
Summary
Sheet music cover illustration depicting a dark-skinned dancer on pointe, costumed in a bell-shaped tutu or ballet skirt topped by a fringed bolero.
Subjects
Genre/Form
  • Sheet music covers.
  • Lithographs.
Note
  • Caption title.
  • Lith. of Sarony, Major & Knapp.
  • At head of score: The Leon schottisch. Composed and most respectfully dedicated to Master Leon of George Christy's Minstrels.
  • Composer's name appears on score as R.F. Cardella.
Biography (note)
  • Francis Leon, who began his career as a blackface minstrel performer at age 14, excelled as a female impersonator. Known as "Leon" or "The Only Leon," he captured the public's attention not only with his performances but with his extensive wardrobe of beautiful dresses, and established the prima donna character as a mainstay in minstrel shows. He is said to have been a serious student of ballet and opera.
Call Number
*MGZFX Anon Leo 1
OCLC
825070680
Title
Leon Schottisch [graphic] / composed by F. Cardella and danced nightly by Master Leon of George Christy's Minstrels.
Imprint
New York : [Firth, Pond & Co.], 1861.
Biography
Francis Leon, who began his career as a blackface minstrel performer at age 14, excelled as a female impersonator. Known as "Leon" or "The Only Leon," he captured the public's attention not only with his performances but with his extensive wardrobe of beautiful dresses, and established the prima donna character as a mainstay in minstrel shows. He is said to have been a serious student of ballet and opera.
Local Note
Cataloging funds provided by Friends of Jerome Robbins Dance Division.
Library's copy lacks full publication data.
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Added Author
Cardella, R. Frank. Composer
Sarony, Major & Knapp Lith. Lithographer
Research Call Number
*MGZFX Anon Leo 1
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