The Bohemians collection 1907-2008 1920-1987

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The Bohemians collection 1907-2008 1920-1987

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The Bohemians (New York Musicians' Club) is an organization made up of distinguished New York City musicians and music lovers that organizes dinners and chamber concerts for its members, supports young artists, and honors notable musicians. The collection consists of bylaws, membership lists, letters, financial records, meeting minutes, photographs, programs, and menus for the club spanning 1907 to 2008. Also present are some items documenting the Musicians Foundation Inc., an affiliated tax-exempt charitable organization that provides support to professional musicians in need.

8.69 linear feet; 14 boxes

The New York Public Library. Music Division.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6316021

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Williams, Brent (Tenor)

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Bohemians (New York Musicians' Club)

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The Bohemians (the New York Musicians' Club) was founded in 1907 by virtuoso pianist Rafael Joseffy (1852-1915). Joseffy and a group of fellow classical musicians incorporated the club the following year, and in 1914 created the Musician's Foundation Inc., a charitable organization that provides emergency financial support to professional musicians in need. The club's stated purpose is to "further the cause of music and the interests of musicians, to advance the careers of young mus...