Scores
Scores of Symphony in two movements and Symphony No. 2 are available through Edition-Peters. Photocopies of other Klemperer compositions can be obtained from the Music Division of the Library of Congress, which houses the Otto Klemperer Collection containing the entire collection of Dr. Klemperer's scores.

Kevin LaVine, Music Librarian in charge of the Otto Klemperer Collection, writes:

Our standard procedure for providing patrons with photocopies of any material from special collections is first to obtain written permission from the heirs of the person(s) whose collection it is; in the case of the Klemperer Collection, Lotte Klemperer has always been very cooperative in dealing with such inquiries and providing such permission. Upon receipt of a letter of permission, patrons are then referred to the Library's Photoduplication Service to obtain the requested photocopies. This Service uses specialized photographic equipment to create photoreproductions from multi-format material, and its staff has been trained in archival principles in order to avoid damage to the most fragile material.

In short, the Library serves in a custodial role for this material, making it available to scholars while ensuring its safety and preservation. While examination of the collection is open to anyone with a valid Library Reader Card (the registration process may be done on Library premises, specifically in room LM-140 of the James Madison Building on Independence Avenue, S.E., between First and Second Streets, S.E., and adjacent to the U.S. Capitol), photocopies of an item in the collection is strictly prohibited without permission from Lotte Klemperer. Any questions about this material should be directed to the Music Division at the address given below, or contact us via fax or e-mail. If photocopying of this material is requested, we provide the patron with Lotte Klemperer's address.

Music Division
Reader Services Section
Library of Congress
Washington, DC 20540-4710
(202) 707-5507
(202) 707-0621 [fax]

Royalties
As these works are still under copyright, musicians wishing to perform them publically should contact SUISA.

Performances
If you know of any planned performances of Otto Klemperer's compositions, please email performance date, time, location, and group or individuals performing for posting to this website.

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