Ten years have passed since the Curtis Institute of Music opened its expensive wrought-iron doors in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia. But the first Curtis commencement exercises were held last week. Scene was Casimir Hall, named for Casimir Hofmann, father of Pianist Josef Hofmann who directs the Institute for his great & good friend Mary Louise Curtis Bok. Curtis Publishing Co. gave Mrs. Bok her money and Mrs. Bok's money has given the Curtis Institute its proud reputation.* She hires the best instructors, takes only talented students, charges no tuition. Hence rare honor...
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