[Britten, Benjamin. (1913–1976)] Rostropovich, Mstislav. (1927–2007) Suite for Solo Cello - 1975 Signed Program from the American PremiereSigned single sheet program from the important cellist, who performed at Carnegie Hall on February 27, 1975 with pianist Samuel Sanders. The program included the first U. S. performance of Benjamin Britten's Suite for Solo Cello, no. 3, op. 87, which was dedicated to Rostropovich. Folding crease; overall very good. 8. 5 x 11 inches (21. 5 x 28 cm). Britten composed the Third Suite in 1971, inspired by Rostropovich's playing of the unaccompanied Cello