Anderson, Marian. (1897–1993) Signed Autograph Quotation about MusicBeautifully penned autograph signed quotation from the great African American contralto who writes "For me, music has been the communication with a different and very beautiful world" and signs "Marian Anderson" on a card measuring 12. 5 x 9 cm. Fine. Anderson was a great favorite of Toscanini and, in 1955, broke the color barrier by becoming the first African American to perform at the Metropolitan Opera. She remains a legendary figure in the history