5465. Matthew Arnold to RB

As published in The Brownings’ Correspondence, 31, 150.

2, Chester Square–

Octber 18th, 1864

My dear Browning

If you are back in London will you kindly send me the name and address of the German you mentioned to me as a teacher of music for my little boy. [1] Or, if you would mention the case to him, and send him to call at my house at any time he can make convenient, letting me know what time is fixed, perhaps that would be the best plan. My little boy is full of ardour to begin.

Ever sincerely yours,

Matthew Arnold.

Address: Robert Browning Esqre / 19, Warwick Crescent, / Harrow Road / W.

Publication: Arnold, 2, 346.

Manuscript: The Brotherton Collection, University of Leeds.

1. Thomas Arnold (1852–68), eldest son of Matthew Arnold and his wife, Frances Lucy (née Wightman). As indicated in Arnold’s letter to RB of 5 December 1868 (ms at Leeds), a “singing-master” was recommended and engaged. We are unable to identify this person.

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