Sondheim adds an AMQS

567. Stephen Sondheim Signed Photograph and Typed Letter Signed. Two items: a satin-finish 8 x 10 close-up photo of Sondheim in a handsome profile pose, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Matt Stiller— Best wishes from Someone in a Tree…Stephen Sondheim,” who adds three bars of music from the referenced Pacific Overtures song; and a TLS, one page, 5.75 x 7.75, personal letterhead, February 27, 1986, in part: “I don’t really have a ‘favorite’ song, but I have a special fondness for ‘Someone In A Tree.’ I have no favorite singer of ‘Send In The Clowns,’ and have heard very few of them.” In overall very fine condition. Starting Bid $200

568. Beatles Signatures (Shea Stadium 1965). Hugely sought-after ballpoint signatures and inscription, “To Saralyn, Love from George Harrison,” “and Paul McCartney,” “and John Lennon,” and “Ringo Starr,” on an off-white 4.25 x 7 slip. In fine condition, with irregularly trimmed edges, light toning, and Lennon’s signature slightly faded. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA, a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, and a provenance letter from the original owner, in part: “The Beatles autograph was obtained at their concert in Shea Stadium, Queens, NY, USA, on August 15, 1965. My father B. Riguardi was supervisor of security and in charge of personally protecting Ringo Starr at the concert. He spent the entire day with the Beatles, prior to, during and after the concert…I am an only child and my dad said he talked to me about Ringo. That’s when the Beatles autographed a paper addressed to me, ‘Saralynn.’” Additionally includes an official fan club promo card, bearing facsimile signatures of the group. The legendary Beatles show at Shea Stadium broke records for attendance and revenue, and today is still considered one of the greatest concerts of all time. Starting Bid $2500