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Koussevitzky, Serge, 1874-1951. Serge Koussevitzky Archive, 1920-1976 (bulk: 1924-1951)

Title: Serge Koussevitzky Archive 1920-1976 (bulk 1924-1951)

The archive is a collection of correspondence, personal and business papers, photographs, and other materials which document some of the most significant aspects of twentieth-century music. Through his work as a conductor and publisher, and his efforts to commission new musical works, Koussevitzky maintained deep ties with many of the finest composers and musicians of the day. These figures are represented in their personal and professional affiliations with the conductor. In addition to serving as a record of Koussevitzky's life and career, the collection extensively chronicles periods in the history of organizations such as the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Berkshire Music Center, the Koussevitzky Music Foundation, and the American International Music Fund. Material in the collection dates from Koussevitzky's years in his native Russia. The bulk of the collection dates from 1924 to 1951; it also contains material created after Koussevitzky's death, reflecting his widow's continuing work with various organizations and projects. Musical compositions commissioned by Serge Koussevitzky are part of the Serge Koussevitzky Music Foundation Collection, and are shelved in ML30.3c, ML30.3c2, ML30.3c3, and ML30.3e2.

ArchivalResource: circa 13,000 items; 138 boxes; 100 linear feet

http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.music/eadmus.mu002008 View

Jalas, Jussi,. Interview conducted by Oliver Daniel, Nov. 16, 1977 [sound recording].

Title: Interview conducted by Oliver Daniel, Nov. 16, 1977 [sound recording].

Jalas reminisces about Sibelius and discusses the first meeting of Stokowski and Sibelius in Finland; Sibelius' opinion of a Stokowski performance of his fourth symphony; Stokowski's visit to a Russian Orthodox monastery to learn about Russian Orthodox singing; his own memories of Stokowski's rehearsal and performance in Helsinki of Sibelius' first symphony; Toscanini's recording of Sibelius' second symphony; and his experience guest conducting the American Symphony Orchestra and Stokowski's gracious response. He mentions Stewart Warkow and Robert Kajanus.

ArchivalResource: Tape 1 sound cassette : analog.Tape 1 sound tape reel : analog, 7 1/2 ips, 2 tracks, NAB standard ; 10 1/2 in., 1/4 in. tape.Sound disc digital : 4 3/4 in.Transcript 7 leaves.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/155861427 View

Stokowski, Leopold, 1882-1977. Leopold Stokowski papers, 1916-1994.

Title: Leopold Stokowski papers

Some personal papers of Leopold Stokowski, including correspondence to and from Stokowski, notebooks, calendars, bank statements, royalty statements, insturance records, and contracts; this includes some correspondence and contracts related to Stokowski's tenure as conductor of the Philadelphia Orchestra (bulk 1937-1946). Also includes writings by and about Stokowski, obituaries, programs, photographs, scrapbooks, clippings, awards, memorabilia, and issues of three newsletters devoted to Stokowski.

ArchivalResource: 47 boxes + 1 map drawer.

http://hdl.library.upenn.edu/1017/d/ead/upenn_rbml_MsColl381 View