Burl Ives collection, 1923-1992.

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Burl Ives collection, 1923-1992.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/289024003

This collection chiefly consists of personal items such as clothing and accessories, including some film and television costumes and props. The collection also contains artifacts, photographs, awards, programs and ephemera, and audio and video recordings.

ca. 120 items.

Eastern Illinois University, Booth Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7266734

Eastern Illinois University, Booth Library

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Ives, Burl, 1909-1995

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6pg2192 (person)

Carl Sandburg once called Burl Ives "America's Great Ballad Singer." From the 1940s to the 1960s, his diverse talents and spirited performances made him one of America's best-loved entertainers. The traditional repertoire of American folk tunes represented in his performances was considerably different from the popular music of the day. His presence on the musical scene not only served to sustain an awareness of neglected American folk songs, but would contribute to the resurgence of interest in...