49 10 1009 https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/91570cf553aa6161eb66bab427da703e.pdf 4237d362a5534dab32c65dfa505b821b https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/1d20d3b9a28ead04c5c5856d2e650de1.pdf f1bebab13fe7d356882ebb5ab2692581 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Boulanger and the Stravinskys, Chapter 1 Description An account of the resource English translation and transcription of French originals from Chapter 1 of Kimberly Francis, Nadia Boulanger and the Stravinskys (University of Rochester Press, 2018) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chapter 1, 8 April 1931 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Catherine Stravinsky Subject The topic of the resource Nadia Boulanger Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Bibliothèque nationale de France Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 8 April 1931 Type The nature or genre of the resource Letter UG Extracted Text Catherine Stravinsky to Boulanger Nice April 8, 1931 Dear Mademoiselle, Please allow me to write to you this letter on an issue concerning Sviétik that worries me greatly. He spoke to me quite frankly about it and I told him all our thoughts on the subject. I would like to share a few words with you regarding it as well. My husband and I are not very sympathetic toward the idea of a marriage to someone from outside our race and religion, a marriage which above all else seems very much premature to us, seeing as Sviétik is still practically a child. Nor can we forget that he is preparing himself for a career as a pianist, which particularly complicates his case. Indeed, this field requires a great deal of travel and a lifestyle that, in our opinion, at least at the beginning of artistic life, does not lend itself well to starting a family (children are always to be expected). Moreover, one must remember that he still depends on us entirely, that he is only a student of music and that he is not yet an established artist, earning his own living. For two years now, Sviétik has lived most of his life away from his family, and under these conditions it has been difficult for us to exert an influence over him. It seems to us, dear friend, that you are the best placed to help us with our difficulties. Permit us to believe you do not think harshly of us for troubling you with our concerns. As for the sentimental side of this affair, and without wanting to rush anything, we beg you to support our point of view around Sviétik so that he sees, among all those who matter to him, a uniform opinion on the questions that are tormenting him. I say this to you freely, because it seems to us Sviétik is inclined to believe that you welcome favorably the idea of this union so desired by him. As for us, we do not want Sviétik tied up by promises that perhaps shouldn’t be fulfilled. I have suggested (and this so as to not sadden him entirely) that he wait at least a year to return to the overall question of marriage. I think that you share our views, which is why we have addressed this in all frankness and in an appeal to your good friendship and would like to count firmly on your support and it is in this hope that I extend to you, dear Mademoiselle, my best wishes, Catherine Stravinsky [P.S.] Please do forgive this slightly confusing letter, but having been extremely busy these last few days I did not have time to put everything in order in this hurriedly written letter because I would like for you to read it before Sviétik’s arrival � Catherine Stravinsky à Boulanger Nice le 8 avril 1931 Chère Mademoiselle, Permettez-moi de vous écrire ces lignes au sujet d’une question concernant Sviétik qui me préocupe [sic] beaucoup. Il m’en a parlé très franchement et je lui ai dit tout ce que nous en pensons. Je voudrais vous en dire aussi quelques mots. Mon mari et moi nous ne sympathisons pas beaucoup à l’idée d’un mariage avec une étrangère de race et de religion, mariage qui avant tout nous semble vraiment trop prématuré, vu que Sviétik est encore lui-même, un demi-enfant. Il ne faut pas oublier non plus qu’il se prépare pour une carrière de pianiste ce qui complique particulièrement son cas. En effet, ce métier demande une vie mouvementée, des voyages, vie qui à notre avis, ou plustôt [sic] début de vie artistique, ne se conforme pas très bien à un début de vie de famille (des enfants sont toujours à prévoir). D’autre part il faut savoir qu’il dépend encore entièrement de nous, qu’il n’est qu’étudiant en musique et qu’il n’est pas encore un artiste achevé, gagnant sa vie lui-même. Depuis deux ans Sviétik vit la plupart de l’année hors de sa famille et il nous est très difficile d’exercer sur lui dans ces conditions une influence suivie. Vous, chère amie, vous êtes, il nous semble, le mieux placée pour nous venir en aide dans nos difficultés. Permettez-nous de croire que vous ne nous figuerez [sic] pas trop sévèrement de vous embarrasser [sic] par nos préoccupations. Tout en ménageant le côté sentimental de l’affaire et sans vouloir rien brusquer, nous vous prions de soutenir auprès de Sviétik notre point de vue pour qu’il voie chez tous ceux qui comptent pour lui une conformité d’opinion sur les questions qui le tourmentent. Je me permets de vous le dire car il nous semble que Sviétik est enclin à croire que vous accueillez favorablement l’idée de cette union si désirée par lui. Quant à nous nous ne voulons pas que Sviétik se lie par des promesses qui ne devront peut-être pas se réaliser. Je lui ai dit (et ce pour ne pas l’atrisser [sic] entre mesure) qu’il attende un an au moins pour revenir en général sur la question mariage. Je pense que vous partagez nos idées, c’est pourquoi nous vous adressons en toute franchise à votre bonne amitié et voudrions compter fermement sur votre appui et c’est dans cet espoir que je vous prie de trouver ici chère Mademoiselle l’expression de mes sentiments bien cordialement dévoués, Catherine Stravinsky Excusez, je vous prie, cette lettre un peu confuse mais étant très prise tous ces jours-ci je n’ai pas le temps de mettre de l’ordre dans cette lettre écrite à la hâte car je voudrais que vous la lisiez avant l’arrivée de Sviétik. � 1931 Author: Catherine Stravinsky Recipient: Nadia Boulanger Soulima Stravinsky Sviétik https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/177fadb7675ac4798951dcbf4321da36.pdf ad5b2f7fd610a7b11ed9a41887ea6ee8 https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/6248fb6e8f7c76ef4973b604727d8b2d.pdf f7f37a4470df07537277bcc9183336d6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Boulanger and the Stravinskys, Chapter 1 Description An account of the resource English translation and transcription of French originals from Chapter 1 of Kimberly Francis, Nadia Boulanger and the Stravinskys (University of Rochester Press, 2018) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chapter 1, 9 May 1930 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Soulima Stravinsky Subject The topic of the resource Nadia Boulanger Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Bibliothèque nationale de France Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 9 May 1930 Type The nature or genre of the resource Letter UG Extracted Text Soulima Stravinsky to Boulanger Paris 252 rue du F[aubourg] St-Honoré May 9, 1930 Dear Mademoiselle, I tried just now to call but was unable to reach you. My father will be at home, in his Pleyel apartment, between 7 and 8 o’clock this evening. I believe this is a good time for you, as you have told me. I spoke with Diantha yesterday evening and I am now much more at ease. But, I very much hope that you will be able to give my father a sense of this young girl, because I have complete confidence in God and faithfully believe that what is clearly impossible right now will be done in its own time with His help. Thank you again for everything you are doing for me. Your ever-devoted student, Sviétik � Soulima Stravinsky à Boulanger 252 rue du FG St-Honoré Paris le 9 mai 1930 Chère Mademoiselle, J’ai essayé toute à l’heure de vous téléphoner mais n’ai pu pas vous obtenir. Mon père sera chez lui à Pleyel entre 7 à 8 heures ce soir. Je crois que c’est bien ce moment-là que vous m’avez indiqué bien. J’ai parlé hier soir à Diantha et je suis maintenant beaucoup plus tranquillisé. Mais j’espère beaucoup que vous donnerez une idée de cette jeune fille à mon père car j’ai pleine confiance en Dieu et crois avec foi que ce qui maintenant est clairement impossible se fera en son temps avec [S]on aide. Merci encore de tout ce que vous faites pour moi. Votre bien dévoué élève, Sviétik � 1930 Author: Soulima Stravinsky Diantha Walker Recipient: Nadia Boulanger Rue du Faubourg Soulima Stravinsky Sviétik https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/4ecbbd44728a3a7216320c500cf53706.pdf 70f7e0a06653a890f8d7a01dcce48739 https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/ed47fdfe8646a02597077de498c22f0c.pdf 38cced09dae80448be79f61b584497e3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Boulanger and the Stravinskys, Chapter 1 Description An account of the resource English translation and transcription of French originals from Chapter 1 of Kimberly Francis, Nadia Boulanger and the Stravinskys (University of Rochester Press, 2018) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chapter 1, 26 August 1929 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Igor Stravinsky Subject The topic of the resource Nadia Boulanger Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Bibliothèque nationale de France Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 26 August 1929 Type The nature or genre of the resource Letter UG Extracted Text Stravinsky to Boulanger I. Strawinsky Pleyel Paris Mme [sic] Nadia Boulanger Garganville [sic] [August] 26, 1929 Dear friend, I called your home to learn where to find you and was told it was necessary to write to you at Garganville [sic], which is what I’m doing. I absolutely need to see you to consult about a matter that is very important to me and concerns the musical education of my younger son, who is a nineteen-year-old pianist. Is it possible to see one another? I am staying in Paris for another ten days and I have come here almost especially to settle his musical education in Paris and would be much obliged if you were to arrange an appointment for me either here or at Pleyel’s, or (in case it is impossible for you here) at Garganville,* where, in that case, I will come see you next week. This weekend (which is to say Saturday, Sunday, and Monday until Tuesday afternoon) I will be in the country, which is why I would be very grateful if you could send me a short note by return post so that I will have it before heading to the countryside. Thank you in advance, dear friend, and believe me to be your dearly devoted, Igor Stravinsky *Simply let me know **How does one find you there? � Stravinsky à Boulanger Mme. Nadia Boulanger A Garganville [sic] (S.&O.) 1e 26 [août] 1929 Cère [sic] amie, J’ai téléphonné [sic] chez vous pour savoir où vous trouvez et on m’a dit qu’il fallait vous écrire à Garganville [sic], c’est ce que je fais. J’ai absolument besoin de vous voir pour vous consulter d’une affaire assez importante pour moi et qui concerne l’éducation musicale de mon fils cadet qui est un pianiste de 19 ans. Est-ce possible de se voir ? Je reste à Paris encore 10 jours et je suis venu presque spécialement pour lui arranger son éducation musicale à Paris et vous serai bien reconnaissant de me fixer un rendez-vous soit ici, chez Pleyel, soit (en cas qu’il vous est [sic] impossible ici) à Garganville* [sic] même où je viendrai vous voir la semaine prochaine dans ce cas. Ce week-end (c. à d. samedi, dimanche, et lundi jusqu`à mardi après-midi) je serai à la campagne c’est pourquoi je vous serai très reconnaissant de m’envoyer un petit mot de réponse par ret. du cour. afin de l’avoir encore avant d’aller à la campagne. Merci d’avance, chère amie, et croyez-moi votre bien dévoué Igor Strawinsky *Indiquez moi seulement **Comment vous trouver dans cette localité � 1929 Author: Igor Stravinsky Gargenville Music Lessons Pleyel Recipient: Nadia Boulanger https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/b4169c5a39301e50c4d5e31385ea847c.pdf a7be11f9fbf9186b7bd7ef9081e0242d https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/c33ba83adf53f869f9ad4b0e17ae3262.pdf 888fab990080b9e382f37fc4345cabb0 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Boulanger and the Stravinskys, Chapter 6 Description An account of the resource English translation and transcription of French originals from Chapter 6 of Kimberly Francis, Nadia Boulanger and the Stravinskys (University of Rochester Press, 2018) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chapter 6, 24 November 1972 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Nadia Boulanger Subject The topic of the resource Théodore Stravinsky, Théodore Strawinsky Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Fondation Théodore Stravinsky, Théodore Strawinsky Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 24 November 1972 Type The nature or genre of the resource Letter UG Extracted Text Boulanger to Théodore Strawinsky November 24, 1972 Dear Théodore, There is nothing to say to your letter, and yet everything to say to you. We are “revolted” by some facts, which will basically disappear very quickly; and we hold on to such memories here! Today we are going to sing “Ave Maria,” “Pater [Noster]” and “Pastorale,” and we have no doubt that everything else holds no weight next to this music of such spiritual and musical importance. I am thinking of you, of Denise, and am, with all my heart, your NB. � * * * Boulanger à Théodore Strawinsky 24 novembre 1972 Cher Théodore, Il n’y a rien à répondre à votre mot, et pourtant tout à vous dire. Nous sommes « révoltés » par certains faits qui au fond disparaîtront bien vite, et nous gardons présents de tels souvenirs ! Nous allons chanter aujourd’hui l’Ave Maria, le Pater et la Pastorale et nous savons bien que le reste ne pèse rien à côté de cette musique d’une telle signification spirituelle et purement musicale. Je pense à vous, à Denise, et suis de tout cœur votre, NB. � 1972 Author: Nadia Boulanger Ave Maria Denise Stravinsky Denise Strawinsky Pater Noster Recipient: Théodore Stravinsky Theodore Strawinsky https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/62592e3e49d35afa7c39509ae243f5e7.pdf 6c6d7ab8880600542798376ae66750cd https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/70e913e08ade7ab6f677ac2ab0de2aa0.pdf 1cf8378831549a8dee64dca259629c00 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Boulanger and the Stravinskys, Chapter 6 Description An account of the resource English translation and transcription of French originals from Chapter 6 of Kimberly Francis, Nadia Boulanger and the Stravinskys (University of Rochester Press, 2018) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chapter 6, 16 June 1971 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Nadia Boulanger Subject The topic of the resource Théodore Stravinsky, Théodore Strawinsky Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Fondation Théodore Stravinsky, Théodore Strawinsky Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 16 June 1971 Type The nature or genre of the resource Letter UG Extracted Text Boulanger to Théodore Strawinsky June 16, 1971 Dear Théodore, How my thoughts are particularly close to you in these days once celebrated with joy, but nothing has disappeared and Peace prolongs the past. I’m happy that you gave the article to Zygmunt, he is so moved by it. As for H. Monnet’s article, he is certainly right in his enthusiasm, but is it his place to dig up these stories and stir up controversy? I do not know what to think, because to let it happen is so revolting. If you only knew of Mitell. Yours with tenderness and in deep thought, Nadia B. P.S. I have nevertheless telegraphed Vera, telling her that I understand her immeasurable distress, because I still hope that she gives in and can at least sleep. What a terrible ending. � * * * Boulanger à Théodore Strawinsky 16 juin 1971 Cher Théodore, Que mes pensées sont particulièrement près de vous en ces jours jadis célébrés avec joie, mais rien n’a disparu et la Paix prolonge le passé. Suis heureuse que vous donniez l’article à Zygmunt, il en est si touché. Quant à l’article d’H. Monnet, il a certes raison dans sa ferveur mais y a-t-il lieu de remuer ces histoires et de créer une polémique ? Je ne sais que penser, car laisser passer est si révoltant. Qu’avez-vous su de Mitell. Avec tendresse, en profonde pensée votre, Nadia B. P.-S. Ai pourtant télégraphié Vera lui disant que je comprends son incommensurable détresse car j’espère encore qu’elle se rend et peut à peine s’endormir. Quelle fin terrible ! � 1971 Author: Nadia Boulanger Henri Monnet Recipient: Théodore Stravinsky Theodore Strawinsky https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/55ed14ac9975559d3ce60742efd8af06.pdf b3180c7bcd8496a8e70913ddcbe19f8a https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/da6e49ade3f9d7555413b2dcbfc8bdbf.pdf 91a4c1d9474e361ed1db189d3f90e5df Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Boulanger and the Stravinskys, Chapter 6 Description An account of the resource English translation and transcription of French originals from Chapter 6 of Kimberly Francis, Nadia Boulanger and the Stravinskys (University of Rochester Press, 2018) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chapter 6, 11 May 1971 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Nadia Boulanger Subject The topic of the resource Théodore Stravinsky, Théodore Strawinsky Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Fondation Théodore Stravinsky, Théodore Strawinsky Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 11 May 1971 Type The nature or genre of the resource Letter UG Extracted Text Boulanger to Théodore Strawinsky May 11, 1971 Dear Théodore, A letter from Figaro deeply disappointed me, “The article is too long,” they say. I asked them to send it back to me, and as soon as I return to Paris, I will take care of its publication. I believe the performance of the Mass will work itself out one of these days, it has to, but . . . I want to hope. I never leave you! Your NB. � * * * Boulanger à Théodore Strawinsky 11 mai 1971 Cher Théodore, Une lettre de Figaro m’a vivement désappointée « l’article est trop long » disent-ils, je leur ai demandé de me le renvoyer, et dès mon retour à Paris, m’occuperai de sa publication. Je crois que l’exécution de la Messe va se décider ces jours-ci, il faut mais… je veux espérer. Ne vous quitte pas ! Votre NB. � 1971 Author: Nadia Boulanger Mass Recipient: Théodore Stravinsky Theodore Strawinsky https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/6e26de850c6948deedc689e99b3be9af.pdf 7b7128ff1ffa1b708bb9524dd3c46ee1 https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/6bfb5860c91c9c8d5549600ebb5d8b69.pdf 3a10ed2c0d4f7d0ef180e41724127071 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Boulanger and the Stravinskys, Chapter 6 Description An account of the resource English translation and transcription of French originals from Chapter 6 of Kimberly Francis, Nadia Boulanger and the Stravinskys (University of Rochester Press, 2018) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chapter 6, 21 April 1971 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Denise Stravinsky, Denise Strawinsky Subject The topic of the resource Nadia Boulanger Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Bibliothèque nationale Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 21 April 1971 Type The nature or genre of the resource Letter UG Extracted Text Denise Stravinsky to Boulanger Geneva April 21, 1971 Dear Nadia, Théodore wants to think of nothing but the deliverance, thank God, of his beloved father. With marvelous courage, he offers to God his pain as a son, and he confronts the whole situation, certainly with pain, but with a spirit that will keep its serenity. As much in New York as in Venice, we have constantly felt your faithful friendship, love, and the admiration that you have had for our dear father. For Théodore and for me as well, I say to you, our great and dear Friend, thank you for your prayers, for your constant thoughts, and your comforting friendship. I am attaching to this letter a text that Théodore wrote just a month ago (and dedicated it to you), and I would ask you be so kind as to have it read to you. I find it admirably refreshing, pure, and, today, so upsetting. It is to accompany an album of records [that were] edited in Japanese in Japan. We have to send it back to Tokyo at the beginning of May, but Théodore, according to his contract, is free to have it published wherever he wants beforehand. Given the tragic events, we wondered if it wouldn’t be an opportune moment to publish this text in France, without delay, in an important newspaper and we thought about [Le] Figaro, in the weekly literary insert. But unfortunately, we no longer know anyone! Nobody. In Geneva they would take it right away, but the circulation would be too limited. If the text resonates with you, dear Nadia, could you suggest to whom we should possibly address it, and better yet, could you yourself speak to the Editor? We have a series of contemplative photos of my dear father-in-law amid the members of his family that (as is the case with Théodore’s text) shows a little-known side of Strawinsky that the children would be happy to see returned to its [rightful] place, since, for a long time, [people] have been working to erase the memory of a family life that was so deep, so true, so beautiful, and which is engraved in the hearts of Igor and Catherine’s children, hearts which today have been so painfully hurt. I am ashamed to take your precious time, but I know you will forgive me. Allow us to send you all our love along with our deep and grateful affection. Denise � Denise Stravinsky à Boulanger 21 avril 1971 Genève Chère Nadia, Théodore ne veut penser qu’à la délivrance, remercier Dieu pour son bien aimé père. Sa douleur de fils il l’offre avec un merveilleux courage et il affronte toute la situation, avec douleur certes mais avec une âme qui veut garder toute sa sérénité. Votre fidèle amitié, l’amour et l’admiration que vous aviez pour notre cher père, nous les avons constamment sentis présents tout à New York qu’à Venise. Pour Théodore et pour moi aussi, je vous dis, chère grande Amie, merci de vos prières, de vos constantes pensées, de votre réconfortante amitié. Je joins à ces lignes un texte que je vous demanderais d’avoir la bonté de vous faire lire, que Théodore a écrit il y a un mois à peine (et vous l’avait dédié). Je le trouve admirable de fraicheur, de pureté, et aujourd’hui combien bouleversant. Il soit accompagné un album de disques édité au Japon, en japonais. Nous devons la remettre à Tokio [sic] début mai, mais Théodore, d’après son contrat, est libre de la faire paraître avant et où il veut. Étant donné les tragiques événements nous nous sommes demandé s’il ne serait pas opportun de faire paraître ce texte, sans tarder, en France, dans un journal important et nous avons pensé au Figaro dans la feuille littéraire hebdomadaire. Mais nous n’y connaisseur, hélas ! plus personne. A Genève ou [sic] le prendrait tout de suite, mais la diffusion en est trop limitée. Si le texte trouve en vous, chère Nadia, un écho, verriez- vous la possibilité soit de nous dire à qui nous adresser soit, et mieux encore, en parler vous-même à la Rédaction ? Nous avons une série de photographies méditer [sic] de mon cher beau-père au milieu de siens qui (comme la texte de Théodore) montre une figure de Strawinsky peu connue et que les enfants seraient heureux de voir remise à sa place puisqu’on travaille depuis déjà longtemps, à faire oublier une vie familiale qui fut si grande, si vraie, si belle, et qui est gravée profondément dans le cœur, aujourd’hui si douloureusement blessé, des enfants d’Igor et Catherine Strawinsky. Je suis confuse de vous prendre votre temps si précieux mais je sais que vous me pardonnerez. Permettez-nous de vous embrasser avec notre profonde et reconnaissante affection, Denise *Accompagnée l’article de Théodore Strawinsky : « Igor et Catherine Strawinsky mes parents au cœur de mes souvenirs d’enfant » � 1971 Author: Denise Stravinsky Catherine Stravinsky Denise Strawinsky Recipient: Nadia Boulanger Théodore Stravinsky Theodore Strawinsky https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/6825d70b5b70efb316e509cd6702670e.pdf 6ec3a8ca8a1bc113dc0c4690a9df9416 https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/a2b4fc0f40c520078a9e808b18380966.pdf 624ba1e4c16f105270eab8b862782cd4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Boulanger and the Stravinskys, Chapter 6 Description An account of the resource English translation and transcription of French originals from Chapter 6 of Kimberly Francis, Nadia Boulanger and the Stravinskys (University of Rochester Press, 2018) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chapter 6, 1 February 1971 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Nadia Boulanger Subject The topic of the resource Théodore Stravinsky, Théodore Strawinsky Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Fondation Théodore Stravinsky, Théodore Strawinsky Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1 February 1971 Type The nature or genre of the resource Letter UG Extracted Text Boulanger to Théodore Strawinsky February 1, 1971 Dear Théodore, Your distressing letter affected me so painfully. All that is happening at the moment is unbearably heartbreaking, and we would like to think it untrue. I am with you with all my heart, in prayer for him and for those capable of such an act. May God have pity on their misery. We cannot. Lovingly yours, Nadia � * * * Boulanger à Théodore Strawinsky 1 février 1971 Cher Théodore, Votre bouleversante lettre m’atteint bien douloureusement. Tout ce qui se passe en ce moment est déchirant insupportable et l’on voudrait croire invraisemblable. De quel cœur je suis avec vous, en prière pour lui et pour ceux capables d’un tel acte. Que Dieu ait pitié de leur misère nous ne pouvons pas. Je vous embrasse, Nadia � 1971 Author: Nadia Boulanger Denise Stravinsky Denise Strawinsky Recipient: Théodore Stravinsky Theodore Strawinsky https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/71ac25704e706b9f6094950ffd50f127.pdf f6bbff2658c62fbc9b9a8f0a2de222e2 https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/2b44f2451c8837e9f00b711316630f77.pdf fe9e72b3c4d923a70400983d0b543c69 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Boulanger and the Stravinskys, Chapter 6 Description An account of the resource English translation and transcription of French originals from Chapter 6 of Kimberly Francis, Nadia Boulanger and the Stravinskys (University of Rochester Press, 2018) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chapter 6, 27 December 1970 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Théodore Stravinsky, Théodore Strawinsky Subject The topic of the resource Nadia Boulanger Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Bibliothèque nationale Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 27 December 1970 Type The nature or genre of the resource Letter UG Extracted Text Théodore Strawinsky to Boulanger Cavalière December 27, 1970 Very dear Friend, The year which draws to a close has been a sad, hard, and heavy one—for us and for all our friends. Denise and I have twice mourned [the loss of loved ones]: in addition to her mother, three months ago we lost our dearest friend in Geneva, Madame Casaï, (Marie-José’s lady-in- waiting) who was a real sister to us. And what can we say about the real drama that is playing out around my father who is already three-quarters in the hands of God? It’s in such moments that the real values appear to our eyes from the heart, and one feels their unique importance: real friendships, real commitment, and profound faith. You know, dear Nadia, the place in our hearts your friendship occupies, resolutely linked to my father and to my mother. It’s all that matters. We would like to be able to erase all of the rest. Alas! It’s not so easy. We are just here a few days to rest, and we’ll be returning to Geneva as of January 5 or 6. On the threshold of 1971, Denise and I remind you of everything that our hearts so affectionately desire for you, Théodore � * * * Théodore Strawinsky à Boulanger Cavalière 27 décembre 1970 Chère grande Amie, Voici une bien triste, dure et lourde année—pour nous comme pour tout de nos amies– qui s’achève. Pour Denise et pour moi par deux fois endeuillée : outre sa maman nous avons perdu, vois 3 mois, notre plus chère amie à Genève, Madame Casï (dame de compagnie de Marie-José) qui était une vraie sœur pour nous. Et que dire du véritable drame qui se joue autour de mon pauvre père déjà trois-quarts entre les mains de Dieu ! C’est un de tels moments que les vraies valeurs apparaissent aux yeux du cœur et que l’on ressent leur unique importance. Les vraies amitiés, le vrai attachement, les fidélités profondes. Vous savez, chère Nadia, la place que la vôtre occupe dans notre cœur, indissolublement liée à mon père et à ma mère. C’est tout ce qui compte. Le reste, on voudrait pouvoir l’effacer. Ce n’est, hélas ! pas si facile. Nous sommes ici juste quelques jours pour nous détendre, serons de retour à Genève dès le 5 ou 6 janvier. Au seuil de 1971, nous vous disons, Denise et moi, tout ce que notre cœur souhaite pour vous avec notre plus profonde affection. Théodore � 1970 Author: Théodore Stravinsky Denise Stravinsky Denise Strawinsky Recipient: Nadia Boulanger Theodore Strawinsky https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/7c950314d1c551657197751719512ace.pdf acae35cd4a1a55f8d0f8211bb62f2ec1 https://digex.lib.uoguelph.ca/files/original/c0a7b238d0849f3562c2908c58206e5f.pdf caee84eae046368c233341e92c179eab Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Boulanger and the Stravinskys, Chapter 6 Description An account of the resource English translation and transcription of French originals from Chapter 6 of Kimberly Francis, Nadia Boulanger and the Stravinskys (University of Rochester Press, 2018) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chapter 6, 20 November 1970 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Théodore Stravinsky, Théodore Strawinsky Subject The topic of the resource Nadia Boulanger Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Bibliothèque nationale Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 20 November 1970 Type The nature or genre of the resource Letter UG Extracted Text Théodore Strawinsky to Boulanger Geneva November 20, 1970 Very dear Friend, Once again your note upset me. No, I did not know anything about this interview or, rather, pseudo-interview: When I think about this summer when we saw my father in Evian every day, he was totally incapable of associating two ideas or two sentences in a row, having never even understood that he was in Evian and no longer in New York! But the drama that surrounds him is so great nothing surprises me . . . Would you be so kind as to give me—by return mail if possible—the reference of the journal that published the text and the date it came out, so that I might find it? You understand us, I know, and you know how much all this tears us apart. Thank you wholeheartedly. How I would love to see you! Denise and I send our love and all of our deepest affection, Théodore � * * * Théodore Strawinsky à Boulanger Genève 20 novembre 1970 Chère grande Amie, Une fois de plus votre mot me bouleverse. Non, je ne sais rien de cette interview ou plutôt pseudo-interview : quand je pense que cet été où nous avons vu mon père à Evian chaque jour, il était totalement incapable d’associer deux idées ou deux phrases de suite, n’ayant même jamais compris qu’il était à Evian et non plus à New York ! Mais le drame est si grand autour de lui que tout me parait possible… Auriez-vous la grande bonté de me donner—par retour de courrier si possible—la référence, c. à. d. la revue qui a publié ce texte et la date de la parution, afin que je puisse le procurer. Vous nous comprenez, je le sais, et vous savez combien tout cela nous déchire. Merci de tout cœur. Comme j’aimerais vous voir ! Nous vous embrassons, Denise et moi, avec toute votre profonde affection. Théodore � 1970 Author: Théodore Stravinsky Denise Stravinsky Denise Strawinsky Recipient: Nadia Boulanger Theodore Strawinsky