Ponchielli, Amilcare - Autograph Letter Signed 1881

Italian composer (1834-1886), mainly of operas, married to famous soprano Teresina Brambilla (1845-1921).  Autograph letter signed by him, in Italian, to famous Italian conductor and cellist Alfredo Piatti (1822-1901), dated on June 6th, 1881. Content includes various music-related topics, including performances of operas, and the possibility of his wife performing. Great, interesting musical content, a full Italian transliteration and a translation into English are provided (see scans). Three pages, each one is 5.25 x 8.25 inches, minor fold marks, in very good condition.