Jack Diether collection of sound recordings [sound recording], 1967-1984.

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Jack Diether collection of sound recordings [sound recording], 1967-1984.

The collection contains recordings of the radio programs which Diether wrote, including the series "The Life of Beethoven." In addition to the programs themselves, sound cues for the programs are included. The collection also contains appearences of Diether as a commentator on radio programs and intermission features from concert broadcasts. In addition to documentaries and commentary, there are recordings of concerts by the New York Mahlerites (today known as The Gustav Mahler Society of New York).

67 tape reels : analog ; 7 in.

Information

SNAC Resource ID: 6790128

New York Public Library System, NYPL

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