Beethoven’s letters


To COUNT FRANZ V. OPPERSDORF, Vienna

November 1, 1808
Best Count !

You will judge me in a false light, but necessity compels
me to sell the symphony which was written for you, and
still another one, to some one else. But rest assured that
you will soon receive the one intended for you. I hope that
you still continue in good health, and also your good
lady, to whom please give my kindest regards. I am living-
just below Prince Lichnowsky, at Countess Erdödy's, if you
should happen to honour me with a visit here in Vienna.
My affairs are improving, without the help of people
who treat their friends to flails. I have also received
a call as capellmeister to the King of Westphalia, which
very probably I shall accept.

Farewell, and think sometimes of,

Yours truly,

Beethoven.


The 4th  Symphony (1806) was dedicated to Count Oppersdorf


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