Loren Mayhew papers, 1961-2009.

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Loren Mayhew papers, 1961-2009.

Digital files and hard copy print-out of the digital files, including Mayhew's transcribed 1961 diary, roster of tour bard members, and "Russian Tour Band," a collection of memories, letters, noted and diaries from various members of the tour.

0.2 linear feet and digital files.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7308350

Bentley Historical Library

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Mayhew, Loren.

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Music student at the University of Michigan and a member of the Symphony Band that toured Russia, Eastern Europe, and Middle East in 1961. William D. Revelli and George Cavender directed the board during the 15 week cultural exchange tour. From the description of Loren Mayhew papers, 1961-2009. (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id: 311859657 ...

University of Michigan. Symphony Band.

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The University of Michigan Symphony Band undertook a historic concert tour in 1961, at the height of the cold war, through the Soviet Union, Eastern Europe and the Near East. This was a United States State Department cultural exchange tour that lasted 15 weeks and which remains the longest State Department sponsored tour in history. The Band was directed by renowned conductor William D. Revelli, and traveled accompanied by Frederick Moncrieff, business manager for the to...

University of Michigan. Band

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The Michigan Band was begun in the fall of 1896 as the result of a grassroots student effort. An entirely student-run organization, the band received no support from the university. They first performed at the Law School's annual observance of Washington's Birthday in February 1897, and based on this performance, were granted permission to rehearse in University buildings. By the fall of 1898, the band was playing at all football games and mass meetings. However, beset w...