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Alan Shulman papers, 1924-2005, 1933-1988

Title: Alan Shulman papers 1924-2005 1933-1988

The Alan Shulman papers document the life and work of an important composer, arranger and cellist. They include subject files, correspondence, photographs, concert programs, clippings and scores, and include documentation of Shulman's experience playing with the NBC Symphony Orchestra under Arturo Toscanini.

ArchivalResource: 13.67 linear feet; 46 boxes

http://archives.nypl.org/mus/18412 View

Lee, Fran, 1910-. Fran Lee papers, 1945-1975.

Title: Fran Lee papers, 1945-1975.

Collection consists of materials documenting Fran Lee's career as an actress and television personality.

ArchivalResource: 153 moving images.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122580760 View

Rodgers, Richard, 1902-1979. Collection of musicals and interviews [sound recording], 1926-1980.

Title: Collection of musicals and interviews [sound recording], 1926-1980.

The collection contains commercial discs and noncommercial recordings; the latter containing interviews with Rodgers and his family and friends, performances of his music by contemporary performers, as well as radio and television programs that use Rodgers' music.

ArchivalResource: 362 sound recordings : analog.174 sound discs : analog.184 sound tape reels : analog.4 sound cassettes : analog.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122455595 View

Henderson, Skitch, 1918-. Miscellaneous papers.

Title: Miscellaneous papers.

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http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/726768109 View

Horowitz, Vladimir, 1903-1989. The papers of Vladimir and Wanda Toscanini Horowitz, 1784-1991 (inclusive).

Title: The papers of Vladimir and Wanda Toscanini Horowitz, 1784-1991 (inclusive).

The Papers of Vladimir and Wanda Toscanini Horowitz document the lives of the legendary pianist and his wife through the Horowitzes' correspondence with family members, performers, composers, agents, and recording companies. The Papers also contain a large number of photographs, as well as many musical scores from Horowitz's library. In addition, the Papers contain clippings, scrapbooks, financial records, miscellaneous materials, and a number of items related to Horowitz's father-in-law, Arturo Toscanini.

ArchivalResource: 69 linear ft. (164 boxes)

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/702150358 View

Fran Lee papers, 1945-1975

Title: Fran Lee papers 1945-1975

Fran Lee, 1910- (nee Frances Lederman), actress, consumer advocate and television personality, began her public career in the 1940s. In the years 1948-1949, she toured the United States as a member of the cast of Medea. Since the early 1950s she has made regular television appearances on a number of programs and has hosted several of her own shows. Appearing under such names as "Mrs. Fix-It", she provided household tips and consumer advice. As a consumer spokesman, she played a leading role in the enactment of the "pooper scooper" law in New York City. She was also one of the first public figures to openly discuss menopause, and was the founder of Menonomous, a support group for women in menopause. Collection consists of materials documenting Fran Lee's career as an actress and television personality. Bulk of the materials is videotape and kinescope recordings of Fran Lee's television appearances, which date from 1949 to 1976. These include her guest appearances on early television programs such as the Skitch Henderson Show, Who Do You Trust? (with Johnny Carson), the Steve Allen Show, and the Don Ameche-Frances Langford Show. There are also recordings of commercials in which she appeared, regular consumer news segments she hosted for WPIX and WNEW in New York City, and segments in which she provided household advice during the "Ladies Day Movie with Fran Lee". Collection also includes family correspondence and letters Fran Lee received in response to her appearances as Mrs. Fix-It.

ArchivalResource: 21 linear feet (17 boxes)

http://archives.nypl.org/mss/1717 View

Henderson, Skitch, 1918-2005. Typewritten letter signed, dated : New York, N.Y., to Mr. Harrie W. Johnston, 1967 Sept. 8.

Title: Typewritten letter signed, dated : New York, N.Y., to Mr. Harrie W. Johnston, 1967 Sept. 8.

ArchivalResource: 1 item (1 p.) ; 26.7 x 18.5 cm.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/270914781 View

Harkins, Elizabeth R. Steinway oral history, 1974-1981 (inclusive).

Title: Steinway oral history, 1974-1981 (inclusive).

The Steinway Oral History traces the history of Steinway & Sons, one of the preeminent manufacturers of pianos, from its years as a family business until its acquisition by CBS in 1972. One-hundred twenty interviews provide a multi-level look at a major musical institution that has made a significant impact on musical culture in the United States and abroad. Interviewees include Steinway family members, piano technicians, factory workers, Steinway agents, and concert pianists.

ArchivalResource: 5 linear ft.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/702165372 View

Richard Rodgers collection of musicals and interviews [sound recording], 1926-1980

Title: Richard Rodgers collection of musicals and interviews [sound recording] 1926-1980

The collection contains commercial discs and noncommercial recordings; the latter containing interviews with Rodgers and his family and friends, performances of his music by contemporary performers, as well as radio and television programs that have used Rodgers' music.

ArchivalResource: 362 sound recordings

http://archives.nypl.org/rha/20449 View

Shulman, Alan. Alan Shulman papers, 1924-2005 (bulk 1933-1988).

Title: Alan Shulman papers, 1924-2005 (bulk 1933-1988).

The Alan Shulman papers document the life and work of an important composer, arranger and cellist. They include subject files, correspondence, photographs, concert programs, clippings and scores, and include documentation of Shulman's experience playing with the NBC Symphony Orchestra under Arturo Toscanini.

ArchivalResource: 12.96 linear feet (43 boxes)

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/758396880 View