Charlie Walker Collection

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Charlie Walker Collection

1926-2008, bulk 1950-2000

https://mtsu.edu/popmusic/findingaids/pdfaids/CharlieWalker.pdf

The Charlie Walker Collection is a unique and extensive assembly of audio/visual materials, photographs, books, serials, and manuscripts preserved by Mr. Walker to document many of the facets of his long career as a country music disc jockey, songwriter, and musician. The collection includes numerous items that feature many of the most important creative figures of the post- WWII country music scene, as well as items that relate to Walker’s many interests and hobbies outside of music.

Approximately 36 linear feet in total; 60 Boxes

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Center for Popular Music, Middle Tennessee State University

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SNAC Resource ID: 11675395

Center for Popular Music, Middle Tennessee State University

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