To: Nikolaus Zmeskall von Domanovecz
Vienna, April 26, 1813

       Lobkowitz wants to give me a day in the Theatre immediately after May 15th or even later.  In my opinion that is tantamount to giving me none – And I have almost decided to give up the idea of a concert – He who dwells above will surely not allow me to perish utterly –

                                                                          Your
                                                                                Beethoven