Form: Scores. - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Extent:: 27 boxes and 24 volumes
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.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Extent:: 70 boxes, 5804 digital files, and 57.4 linear feet
Abstract:: This collection contains the musical manuscripts, musical sketches, correspondence, teaching materials, business files, and other personal papers of American composer Frank Lewin (1925-2008), who resided in Princeton from 1951 until his death. Audio and video recordings on optical media and a hard drive include music, films, and interviews; digital materials also include photographs, documents, production information, scores, parts, copyright forms, and contracts.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Extent:: 32 boxes and 28.6 linear feet
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.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Extent:: 3 boxes and 2.5 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of a handwritten score and copies of Funeral Games in Honor of Chronos, as well as a music copyist's handwritten score and published parts for "The Blackamoor Suite," by Russian composer Arthur Lourié (1892-1966).

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Extent:: 8 boxes
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.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Extent:: 120 boxes and 67.8 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of over 3000 miscellaneous items of primarily American literary, historical, and political figures, including business and personal letters, manuscripts, drawings, photographs, and official documents.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

Extent:: 1 box and 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:: Consists of autograph musical compositions, diaries, notebooks, and related material of Boswell, an American composer.

Held at: Princeton University Library: Manuscripts Division [Contact Us]

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