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Robert and Molly Freedman Jewish Sound Archive DVD collection, 1919-2015 (inclusive)

Extent:

354 item(s)

Abstract:

The Robert and Molly Freedman Jewish Sound Archive aims to collect, preserve, and promote musical and spoken-word recordings of the Jewish people. This finding aid represents the Archive's materials on Digital Video Disc (DVD).

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Eric Mandell collection of Jewish music material, 1810s-1976 (inclusive)

Extent:

29.5 linear feet (46 boxes)

Abstract:

Eric Mandell (1902-1988) was a cantor and collector of rare and popular Jewish sheet music, books and catalogs. The Eric Mandell collection of Jewish music material contains musical works from over five hundred composers of Jewish music from the 19th and 20th centuries. The collection also contains Eric Mandell's personal materials such as correspondence, research notes, columns he wrote, various periodicals and newsletters.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Joseph A. Levine papers, 1918-2021 (inclusive) 1980-2010 (bulk)

Extent:

30 linear feet (33 boxes)

Abstract:

Joseph A. Levine was a cantor for over 35 years for at least eight synagogues across the United States, ultimately settling in Philadelphia. The Joseph A. Levine papers consists of sheet music from over 500 composers, extensive research files for over 200 subjects, over a hundred CDs and cassette tapes, issues of the Journal of Synagogue Music, and Levine's writings and personal materials, all dating from 1918 to 2021.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]