Jay Gorney papers, 1896-1993.

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Jay Gorney papers, 1896-1993.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122407713

Collection consists of personal and professional papers, production files and teaching materials documenting the life and career of composer Jay Gorney. The bulk of the collection consists of professional files relating to productions. The general files (personal and professional) contain biographical material, correspondence, legal documents, articles by Gorney, publicity, photographs, programs and certificates. Production files including correspondence, scripts, notes, lyrics, story ideas, contracts, photographs, programs and clippings illustrate Gorney's work primarily for theater and film, though there is also a small amount from radio and television. Teaching materials reflect Gorney's efforts to teach the writing of musical theater to others and include lectures, notes, correspondence, contracts, publicity and clippings. Oversized ephemera includes diplomas, certificate and posters.

7 linear feet (12 boxes)

New York Public Library System, NYPL

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SNAC Resource ID: 6706318

New York Public Library System, NYPL

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Gorney, Jay, 1896-1990

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Jay Gorney (1896-1990) was a composer, writer, producer and teacher. From the description of Jay Gorney papers, scores and sound recordings, 1896-1993. (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 79418844 Composer, writer, producer. From the description of Reminiscences of Jay Gorney : oral history, 1958. (Columbia University In the City of New York). WorldCat record id: 122362068 Composer, producer, writer and teacher, Jay Gorney was bor...