Correspondence with Edward Soermus

This material is held atUniversity of Manchester Library

  • Reference
    • GB 133 GDN/A/S73
  • Dates of Creation
    • 26 Jun 1924-19 Jan 1932
  • Physical Description
    • 15 pieces

Scope and Content

Correspondence with Edward Soermus (1878-1940), violinist, relating to an expression of pleasure by Scott in the removal of the restrictions which barred Soermus from entry to Britain, accompanied by internal correspondence discussing Soermus, an enquiry to be made at the home office regarding Soermus' order of expulsion, and the procedure for applications for permanent residence. There is an expression of thanks by Soermus for Scott's assistance in his case, and an invitation to a concert to be given by Soermus at the Memorial Hall in Manchester. Also included is a letter of apology from Soermus, following a critical review of the performance published in the Manchester Guardian.

There is a letter of condolence from Soermus to E.T. Scott, on the death of Scott, which is received with thanks.

GDN/A/S73/11-12 are a programme entitled 'Workers International Relief; Soermus Recital' and a pamphlet entitled 'Soermus; the Russian Violinist'.

GDN/A/S73/2 is an article entitled 'Plight of Soermus; Barred From His Children Left in England' in the Daily Herald, 1926.

GDN/A/S73/8 is a review entitled 'The Soermus Concert' in the Manchester Guardian, 1924.

GDN/A/S73/10 is an article entitled 'Ordered to Leave England; A Russian Musician's Protest' in the Manchester Guardian, 1924.

GDN/A/S73/14 is a review entitled 'The Workers' Film Society' in the Manchester Guardian, 1932.