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American Ballet Theatre.

American Ballet Theatre Programs, 1940-1979: Finding Aid

Creator:: American Ballet Theatre.
Abstract:: The American Ballet Theatre is an American ballet company founded by Oliver Smith and Lucia Chase in 1940. The collection consists of programs of performances of the Ballet Theatre dance company from its first performance in 1940 until 1979.
Location:: Rare Books Division.
Call Number:: TC004

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American Minstrel Show

American Minstrel Show Collection, 1854-1943 (bulk 1850s-1920s): Finding Aid

Collector:: Princeton University. Library. Dept. of Rare Books and Special Collections.
Abstract:: The bulk of the American Minstrel Show Collection consists of advertisement material promoting minstrel performances from the 1850s through the 1920s. The collection includes broadsheets, posters, newspaper clippings and programs, as well as pictures and photographs of minstrel show performers. In addition, a small portion of the collection contains sheet music and song and joke books.
Location:: Rare Books Division.
Call Number:: TC050

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Audiovisual Collection

Historical Audiovisual Collection, 1912-2008 (bulk 1945-1996): Finding Aid

Collector:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library.
Abstract:: This collection contains more than 2,000 items, including film, videotapes, compact discs, audio cassette tapes, reel-to-reel tape, and record albums and covers a broad range of topics including classical music, alumni reunions, lectures, and interviews.
Location:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library. Princeton University Archives.
Call Number:: AC047

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Bashkirtseff, Marie, 1860-1884.

Marie Bashkirtseff Collection, 1922-1937: Finding Aid

Creator:: Bashkirtseff, Marie, 1860-1884.
Abstract:: The Marie Bashkirtseff Collection consists of newspaper and book reviews about her published journal and later biographies about her; one engraved portrait; one engraved illustration.
Location:: Rare Books Division.
Call Number:: TC135

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Boswell, Alfred C.

Alfred C. Boswell Collection, 1912-1952: Finding Aid

Creator:: Boswell, Alfred C.
Abstract:: Consists of autograph musical compositions, diaries, notebooks, and related material of Boswell, an American composer.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C1015

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Burt, Nathaniel, 1913-

Nathaniel Burt Papers, 1923-1986: Finding Aid

Creator:: Burt, Nathaniel, 1913-
Abstract:: The Nathaniel Burt Papers contain materials related to the works of novelist Nathaniel Burt (Princeton Class of 1936), such as Leopards in the Garden (1968), Palaces for the People (1977), The Perennial Philadelphians (1963), and Scotland's Burning (1953), as well as personal correspondence and financial papers about the Burt family property.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C0287

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Card, Virginia, 1919- .

Virginia Card Papers, 1972-2002: Finding Aid

Creator:: Card, Virginia, 1919- .
Abstract:: The papers of Virginia Card consist primarily of documents recounting Card's place in the American Indian community of California from the 1970s to the mid-1990s. Card herself is a Native American of Delaware and Creek descent, and has lived on the West Coast of the United States for the majority of her life, primarily in rural Oregon and Sacramento, California.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: WC033

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Circus

Miscellaneous Circus Collection, [1800s and 1900s]: Finding Aid

Collector:: Princeton University. Library. Dept. of Rare Books and Special Collections.
Abstract:: The Miscellaneous Circus Collection consists of subject files on all aspects of the circus: acts, organizations, and specific performers and circuses. Included are photographs, programs and other ephemera, and clippings.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: TC118

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Clark, Kenneth S.

Kenneth S. Clark Papers, 1907-1930: Preliminary Finding Aid

Creator:: Clark, Kenneth S.
Abstract:: Kenneth Sherman Clark was a member of the Princeton Class of 1905 and an active participant in Triangle Club during his time at Princeton. Consists of the personal papers and sheet music of Kenneth Sherman Clark spanning his time at Princeton as well as his later career.
Location:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library. Princeton University Archives.
Call Number:: AC311

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Concerts Records

Princeton University Concerts Records, 1875-1966, 1998-2007: Preliminary Finding Aid

Creator:: Friends of Music at Princeton.
Abstract:: Friends of Music at Princeton is a donor-supported organization which exists for the primary purpose of sponsoring a wide variety of concerts at Princeton University. Consists of reports, concert programs, articles, schedules, flyers, correspondence, and photographs pertaining to the Princeton University Concerts series and other concerts held on campus.
Location:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library. Princeton University Archives.
Call Number:: AC205

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Cone, Edward T.

Edward T. Cone Papers, 1924-1996 (bulk 1939-1996): Finding Aid

Creator:: Cone, Edward T.
Abstract:: This collection contains the musical manuscripts, musical sketches, and personal papers of Edward T. Cone, a composer and member of the Princeton University faculty.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C1027

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Crawford, Robert M. (Robert MacArthur), 1899-1961.

Robert M. Crawford Songs, 1923-1961: Finding Aid

Creator:: Crawford, Robert M. (Robert MacArthur), 1899-1961.
Abstract:: Robert MacArthur Crawford (Princeton Class of 1925) was an American songwriter and singer. His collection consists of sheet music of songs, mainly with patriotic themes. Some of the songs are in his hand but most of them in printed form, including the U.S. Air Force's theme song, "The Army Air Corps." In addition, there are two packages of records (78 rpm) of his songs.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: TC010

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Dance

Miscellaneous Dance Files Collection, 1940-1989: Finding Aid

Collector:: Princeton University. Library. Dept. of Rare Books and Special Collections.
Abstract:: The Miscellaneous Dance Files Collection contains printed programs, souvenir programs, clippings, and reviews of various ballet companies and choreographers.
Location:: Rare Books Division.
Call Number:: TC122

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Dance

Dance Subject Files, [1900]-[1980s]: Finding Aid

Collector:: Princeton University. Library. Dept. of Rare Books and Special Collections.
Abstract:: The Dance Subject Files consist of dance-related subject files from early 20th century through 1980s. Among the material are clippings, photos, programs, promotional materials, and dance school brochures.
Location:: Rare Books Division.
Call Number:: TC107

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Dean, Winton, 1916- .

Winton Dean Collection, 1957-1984: Finding Aid

Creator:: Dean, Winton, 1916- .
Abstract:: Consists primarily of twenty-seven years of correspondence between music scholars J. Merrill Knapp and Winton Dean regarding George Frideric Handel's operas and their professional work and writings about them.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C1044

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Einstein, Alfred, 1880-1952.

The Italian Madrigal by Alfred Einstein, 1949: Finding Aid

Creator:: Einstein, Alfred, 1880-1952.
Abstract:: Consists of the German manuscript of, and other material related to, The Italian Madrigal (1949) by the German-American musicologist Alfred Einstein.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C0423

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Federal Theatre Project (U.S.).

Federal Theatre Project Collection, 1935-1939: Finding Aid

Creator:: Federal Theatre Project (U.S.).
Abstract:: The Federal Theatre Project Collection consists of bulletins, reports, speeches, catalogues, play programs, information releases, notices and reviews, clippings, protest leaflets, performance details, and other materials of the Federal Theatre Project established by the Works Progress Administration during the Depression, with Hallie Flanagan as the national director.
Location:: Rare Books Division.
Call Number:: TC015

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Gesner, Clark.

Clark Gesner Papers, 1940-2000 (bulk 1965-1990): Finding Aid

Creator:: Gesner, Clark.
Abstract:: Clark Gesner (1938-2002) was an American composer, lyricist, and writer most famous for his theatrical production You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown. His papers document his entire career and include scripts and scores, as well as production notes, correspondence, publicity and reviews, and photographs.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C1163

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Gilbert and Sullivan

Gilbert and Sullivan Collection, 1879-1965 (bulk 1930-1960): Finding Aid

Collector:: Princeton University. Library. Dept. of Rare Books and Special Collections.
Abstract:: Consists of playbills, programs, and some other printed material relating to the works of Gilbert and Sullivan.
Location:: Rare Books Division.
Call Number:: TC117

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Glaser, Lulu, 1874-1958.

Lulu Glaser Papers, 1891-1979 (bulk 1895-1917): Finding Aid

Creator:: Glaser, Lulu, 1874-1958.
Abstract:: The Lulu Glaser Papers contains various artifacts, letters, photographs, and other items belonging to Lulu Glaser, a popular singer and actress during the early 1900s. Glaser broke into show business at age seventeen and quickly proceeded to become a leading star. After several years of extreme popularity, however, Lulu Glaser faded from the front stage, making her last stage appearance in 1917. For the remainder of her life, she lived on her Connecticut farm in a hermit-like seclusion.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: TC033

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Hall, James S., 1899-

James S. Hall Collection of George Frideric Handel, 1714-1968 (bulk 1946-1968): Finding Aid

Collector:: Hall, James S., 1899-
Abstract:: Consists (primarily) of manuscripts of works by Handel and his contemporaries but also of correspondence and subject files gathered by James S. Hall, the English surgeon who collected the manuscripts.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C0640

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Hudson, Frederick-

Frederick Hudson Collection, 1967-1986: Finding Aid

Creator:: Hudson, Frederick-
Abstract:: Consists chiefly of selected correspondence between musicologists Frederick Hudson and J. Merrill Knapp regarding George Frideric Handel and other composers.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C1083

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Igor Stravinsky Collection

Igor Stravinsky Collection, 1964-1967: Finding Aid

Creator:: Igor Stravinsky Collection
Abstract:: Consists of correspondence and documents relating to the Princeton commission of Requiem Canticles by Russian composer Igor Stravinsky, considered by many in both the West and his native land to be the most influential composer of 20th-century music.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C1219

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Kahn, Otto Hermann, 1867-1934.

Otto H. Kahn Papers, 1908-1934 (bulk 1920-1933): Finding Aid

Creator:: Kahn, Otto Hermann, 1867-1934.
Abstract:: The Otto H. Kahn Papers consists primarily of the correspondence of Otto H. Kahn (1867-1934), international banker, philanthropist, and patron of the arts and music, but also includes printed copies of addresses, talks, opinions, and speeches that Kahn gave on a variety of political and fiscal topics, as well as press clippings, letterbooks, and some photographs.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: TC032

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Korn, Richard, 1908-1981.

Richard K. Korn Papers, 1937-1981 (bulk 1959-1968): Finding Aid

Creator:: Korn, Richard, 1908-1981.
Abstract:: Richard K. Korn was a clarinetist, conductor, and founder of the Orchestra of America. He was also involved in the American Council for Judaism. His papers include correspondence with composers, photographs, and correspondence with other members of the American Council for Judaism.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C0275

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Kummer, Clare, 1886-1958.

Clare Beecher Kummer Papers, [1890s]-1955: Finding Aid

Creator:: Kummer, Clare, 1886-1958.
Abstract:: Consists of the papers of song-writer, playwright, and poet Clare Beecher Kummer. Included are manuscript plays, musical compositions, songs, verse, and correspondence.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: TC104

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Landshoff, Ludwig, 1874-1941.

Ludwig Landshoff Papers, 1909-1941: Finding Aid

Creator:: Landshoff, Ludwig, 1874-1941.
Abstract:: Consists of music transcriptions, notebooks, note cards, printed sheet music, and other printed matter of Ludwig Landshoff.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C0478

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Le Fanu, Thomas Philip, 1858-1945.

Thomas Philip Le Fanu Papers, 1868-1942: Finding Aid

Creator:: Le Fanu, Thomas Philip, 1858-1945.
Abstract:: Consists of selected Irish theater related records of Thomas Philip Le Fanu, an official working in the Public Record Office in Dublin.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C0856

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Mendel, Arthur, 1905-1979.

Arthur Mendel Papers, 1937-1981 (bulk 1950-1979): Inventory

Creator:: Mendel, Arthur, 1905-1979.
Abstract:: Arthur Mendel was a prominent music scholar in the twentieth century and a professor at Princeton University. The collection contains correspondence with professional colleagues, course notes, musical notes, scrapbooks, and clippings. There is also additional unprocessed material from Mendel’s time at Princeton.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C0600

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Mexico

Church Materials from Mexico, I, 1851-1999: Finding Aid

Collector:: Princeton University. Library.
Abstract:: This collection consists mainly of Catholic religious pamphlets published in Mexico, covering a wide range of subjects such as art, liturgy and catechism, as well as social issues related to women, indigenous groups, youth, and other topics. The bulk of the material was published in the 1980s and after.
Location:: Princeton University Library
Call Number:: MICROFILM 11799

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Mexico

Church Materials from Mexico, II, 1926-2004: Finding Aid

Collector:: Princeton University. Library.
Abstract:: This collection consists mainly of religious pamphlets published in Mexico.
Location:: Princeton University Library
Call Number:: BX1428.2 C582 1926, MICROFILM 12383

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Mixsell, Raymond B. (Raymond Boileau), 1882-1949.

Mixsell Collection of Autographs of Musicians, 1825-1937: Finding Aid

Collector:: Mixsell, Raymond B. (Raymond Boileau), 1882-1949.
Abstract:: Consists of letters and/or autograph manuscripts of several bars of music (some signed and inscribed) by such composers as Beethoven, Brahms, Cui, Puccini, Ravel, and Strauss. Materials were collected by American physician and composer Raymond B. Mixsell (Princeton Class of 1903).
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C0085

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Music Collection

Princeton Music Collection, 1849-2009 (bulk 1894-1941): Finding Aid

Collector:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library.
Abstract:: This collection contains various songbooks printed for Princeton University including bound volumes and small booklets. Among the former is a nearly complete series of the Carmina Princetonia. There is also a second series dedicated to sheet music comprising various songs written for Princeton University, including many pieces written by alumni.
Location:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library. Princeton University Archives.
Call Number:: AC056

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Music Department

Department of Music Records, 1932-2002: Finding Aid

Creator:: Princeton University. Dept. of Music.
Abstract:: Since 1935 Princeton University's Department of Music has offered courses in composition, music history, and related areas to students at the graduate and undergraduate level. The records of the Department of Music document the department's wide range of activities including teaching, research, curriculum development, and the planning of music-related programs on campus.
Location:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library. Princeton University Archives.
Call Number:: AC151

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Old Nassau Collection

“Old Nassau” Collection, 1859-1989: Finding Aid

Collector:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library.
Abstract:: This collection contains early scores and lyrics to Princeton University's alma mater “Old Nassau” as well as information about the song and the men who created it.
Location:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library. Princeton University Archives.
Call Number:: AC051

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Ortiz, Alfonso, 1939-

Alfonso Ortiz Collection of Native American Oral Literature, 1959-1965: Finding Aid

Creator:: Ortiz, Alfonso, 1939-
Abstract:: Consists of phonotapes of approximately fifty-five hours duration made primarily at San Juan Pueblo, New Mexico, by anthropologist Alfonso Ortiz to help preserve the language and the culture, and to perpetuate the oral tradition, of the Tewa-speaking Pueblo.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: WC017

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Performing Arts Serials

Performing Arts Serials Collection, 1869-1980: Finding Aid

Collector:: Princeton University. Library. Dept. of Rare Books and Special Collections.
Abstract:: The Performing Arts Serials Collection consists of serial printed material concerning the performing arts, including circus, dance, film, opera, radio, speech, television, theater, and vaudeville. For the most part, publications are represented by a sample or two issues.
Location:: Rare Books Division.
Call Number:: TC110

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Princeton University. Library. Dept. of Rare Books and Special Collections.

French Revolution Collection, 1771-1821: Finding Aid

Collector:: Princeton University. Library. Dept. of Rare Books and Special Collections.
Abstract:: Consists of selected correspondence, manuscripts, and documents from the time of the French Revolution.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C1062

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Princeton University. Library. Dept. of Rare Books and Special Collections.

Princeton Greek Manuscripts Collection, 1601-1900: Finding Aid

Creator:: Princeton University. Library. Dept. of Rare Books and Special Collections.
Abstract:: Consists of an open collection of bound Greek manuscripts dating from the 17th to the 19th century.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C0879

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Reif, Paul, 1910-1978.

Paul Reif Musical Scores, 1957-1977: Finding Aid

Creator:: Reif, Paul, 1910-1978.
Abstract:: Consists of musical scores of twentieth-cetnury American composer Paul Reif.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C0639

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Richardson Auditorium

Richardson Auditorium Programs, 1993-2009: Preliminary Finding Aid

Collector:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library.
Abstract:: Richardson Auditorium (formerly known as Alexander Hall) is Princeton University's premiere performance venue for a wide variety of events including concerts, plays, lectures, and dance performances. The collection consists of programs for performances and other events held at Richardson auditorium.
Location:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library. Princeton University Archives.
Call Number:: AC308

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Saint Louis Municipal Opera.

Saint Louis Municipal Opera Collection, 1953-1954: Finding Aid

Creator:: Saint Louis Municipal Opera.
Abstract:: The Saint Louis Municipal Opera Collection consists of programs, souvenir books, press releases, publicity photographs, and miscellaneous items.
Location:: Rare Books Division.
Call Number:: TC143

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San Juan Pueblo (N.M.)

San Juan Pueblo Records, 1863-1958: Finding Aid

Creator:: San Juan Pueblo (N.M.)
Abstract:: Consists of a Tewa-speaking tribe's documents from the archive of the governor of San Juan Pueblo, New Mexico, including leases, operating accounts, financial statements, contracts, and notices.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: WC010

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Schweitzer, Albert, 1875-1965.

Miriam Rogers Collection of Albert Schweitzer, 1945-1973 (bulk 1950-1963): Finding Aid

Creator:: Rogers, Miriam.
Abstract:: Consists primarily of papers collected by Miriam Rogers concerning Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) as medical missionary and physician at his hospital (founded in 1913) in Lambarene, French Equatorial Africa, after World War II. Rogers shared Albert Schweitzer’s interest in music (as a pianist) and medicine, leading her to become chairman (1950-1971) of the""Friends of Albert Schweitzer" in Boston. She made several trips to Africa, France, and Germany to visit Schweitzer.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C0769

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Secretary's Office

Office of the Secretary Records, 1853-2007 (bulk 1901-1985)

Creator:: Princeton University. Office of the Secretary.
Abstract:: This collection chronicles the administrative responsibilities and activities of the secretaries of the University. Included are correspondence, memoranda, and notes concerning committee activities. Also included are press releases, discussions pertaining to trustee matters, scholarship information, and biographical files on honorary degree recipients.
Location:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library. Princeton University Archives.
Call Number:: AC190

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Sessions, Roger, 1896-1985.

Roger Sessions Scores, 1909-2001 (bulk 1909-1985): Finding Aid

Creator:: Sessions, Roger, 1896-1985.
Abstract:: The collection contains the manuscripts of composer and educator Roger Sessions. It includes compositions reflecting his use of the 12-tone system of composition and ranging from exercises and studies to concertos, sonatas, operas ("Lancelot and Elaine" and "Montezuma"), and symphonies (1 through 9). Also included are miscellaneous musical works such as divertimenti, nocturnes, chorale studies, quintets, and cantatas along with the manuscripts for two prose works.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C0288

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Sly, L. Ashton.

L. Ashton Sly Collection of Musical Scores, 1922-1958: Finding Aid

Creator:: Sly, L. Ashton.
Abstract:: The L. Ashton Sly Collection of Musical Scores is a 137 volume collection of vocal scores and/or libretti for one hundred twenty-three musical comedies, comic operas, and operettas, including twenty-eight full production promptbooks. These are arranged alphabetically by title and housed in 8 record center cartons.
Location:: Arthur Mendel Music Library.
Call Number:: TC068

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Smith, William Charles.

William Charles Smith Correspondence, 1935-1971: Finding Aid

Creator:: Smith, William Charles.
Abstract:: Consists chiefly of correspondence of British musicologist William Charles Smith related to music and to George Frederic Handel.
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C1203

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Strunk, W. Oliver (William Oliver), 1901-

William Oliver Strunk Collection, 1937-1979: Finding Aid

Creator:: Strunk, W. Oliver (William Oliver), 1901-
Abstract:: Consists of selected correspondence of W. Oliver Strunk, who was a professor of music at Princeton University (1928-1937).
Location:: Manuscripts Division.
Call Number:: C1081

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Taplin Auditorium

Taplin Auditorium Programs, 1993-1995: Preliminary Finding Aid

Collector:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library.
Abstract:: Taplin Auditorium, located in Fine Hall on Princeton University campus, is a venue frequently used for classical music performances by the Department of Music, Friends of Music at Princeton, and other groups. The collection consists of programs for concerts held in Taplin Auditorium.
Location:: Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library. Princeton University Archives.
Call Number:: AC309

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