The Rock & Roll Pop Art Auction

Lot #6:

Paul McCartney and Stuart Sutcliffe Circa 1960/61 Handwritten Set List and Lyrics

A very rare and historic early piece of Beatles memorabilia, this is a Paul McCartney and Stuart Sutcliffe handwritten set list and lyrics in pencil. The writing is on a sheet of white paper, now aged, measuring 8.5" x 12". The top portion of the page is a set list along with the respective key for each song, handwritten by Stuart Sutcliffe. The bottom half of the page are lyrics for the Gene Vincent song, "Piece of Mind" handwritten by Paul McCartney. The collaborative efforts of both McCartney and Sutcliffe in creating this set list with lyrics (possibly to be included in the performance as well) makes this piece extra special. Sutcliffe was with the Beatles for only 18 months (January 1960 - June 1961), and died tragically at the age of 21 in 1962. The page shows water damage on the left side, however the handwriting is strong and bold and in excellent condition. Comes with a letter from Beatles handwriting expert Frank Caiazzo. Estimate: $25,000 - $35,000.