Preston, Frances I

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Music industry executive. Born August 27, 1934. Full name: Frances Williams Preston. Founded the BMI, Nashville office in 1958. Recognized for her key role in the growth and development of the Nashville songwriting and music publishing community. In 1985 moved to BMI, New York to become senior vice president for performing rights. BMI president and CEO, 1986-2004. Member, Country Music Hall of Fame.

From the description of Oral history interview with Frances Preston; 1980 December 9; interview conducted by John Lomax III. 1980 Dec. 9. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 62297605

From the description of Oral history interview with Frances Preston; 1974 April 24; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1974 Apr. 24. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841304
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