Papers, 1868-1897.

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Papers, 1868-1897.

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This collection contains thirty-three items for the period from 1868 to 1897. They concern primarily the dealings of the Worcester Music Festival and consist of accounts, financial statements, and the telegrams and letters from noted musicians and managers, such as Bernhard Listemann (1841-1917) and George Frederick Root (1820-1895), in response to invitations to perform in the Festival. The letters refer to the artists' programs and fees. Included also are letters from music dealers, Worcester County Musical Association correspondence with members, and a draft of the 1882 Festival program.

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Gadsden Public Library

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Gadsden Public Library

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Root, George F. (George Frederick), 1820-1895

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Composer, music educator and president of Root & Sons Music Co., Chicago, Ill. Acquaintance of Abby Hutchinson Patton a famous singer (Hutchinson Family Singers) and song writer of the nineteenth century. Also a campaigner for Abraham Lincoln and member of the Executive Committee of the American Equal Rights Association after the Civil War. From the description of Letter, June 26, 1891. (Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library). WorldCat record id: 54354828 Geo...

Worcester County Musical Association

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Munroe, Alexander Cole, 1831-1911.

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Alexander Cole Munroe (1831-1911), of Worcester, Mass., was one of the founders of the Worcester County Musical Association (1863), serving as its secretary for twenty-three years and briefly as president. He was a leading organizer of the Worcester Music Festivals and a member of many local choirs and musical societies. Munroe also owned and operated the Worcester County Insurance Agency at 442 Main Street. From the description of Papers, 1868-1897. (American Antiquarian Society). W...

Listemann, Bernhard, 1841-1917.

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