Category: June 1875

R. sent me the most curious letter from Herr Brahms, [1] as artful and unpleasing as his compositions. — At nine o’clock, farewell to Father — heartbreaking; he is in a most grievous state! … A sorrowful journey to Eisenach, with a five-hour wait; I visited the Wartburg.At eleven o’clock…

When I say right away that I gladly and cordially return to you the manuscript in question, I must still allow myself to add a few words. To your son, in light of the vast body of your work, possession of this scene cannot be as valuable as it is…

French letter from R.! … The father, alas, is very unwell — a most distressing thing for me! With a heavy heart, I went to the performance of “Tristan and Isolde” — much absurdity and bungling, yet I entreat the Vogls to come to Bayreuth. Traduzione in italiano di Claudia…

Wrote to R. and the children — at noon, rehearsal for the memorial in honour of Marie; at three o’clock, the ceremony itself — very touching. Dined at Frau von Meyendorff’s; Father much afflicted. In the evening, I spent some time alone with Alwina Frommann. Traduzione in italiano di Claudia…

Departure at eleven o’clock![1] Much reflection along the way; at seven o’clock arrived in Weimar, where Father and Mimi Schleinitz awaited at the station. Father appeared to be in good health. Spent the evening with him. [1] Cosima Wagner travelled to Weimar for a memorial service in honour of Marie…

A restful night for R., though as ever burdened by a mountain of concerns. I called upon Herr Groß to discuss the troublesome matter — yet it appears nothing is to be done. At the table, thanks be to God, “King Lear” — the first scene; how brilliant, how artistically…