Subject: Musicians

This 253-page book, published by Cassel in 1888, recounts the life story of a Jewish musician. The narrative likely details the musician's experiences within the Jewish community and broader society, exploring themes of identity, profession, and personal journey. The book offers insights into the life of a Jewish musician in the late 19th century, examining both their personal and professional challenges and triumphs.

A photograph of Alfred Hertz (July 15, 1872 – April 17, 1942), a German conductor. The photograph is circa 1900. Hertz is known for conducting the Berlin Philharmonic's first recording session in 1913 (excerpts from Parsifal) and for his tenure as music director of the San Francisco Symphony from 1915 to 1930. His leadership of the San Francisco Symphony garnered him significant praise, including a cover story in Time magazine. David Schneider, a longtime San Francisco violinist, noted Hertz's return as a guest conductor after 1930 in his history of the orchestra.