Programs [manuscript 1898-1909.

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Programs [manuscript 1898-1909.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/37703950

Collection includes programs and a few pieces of correspondence documenting the Pittsburgh Orchestra from 1898 until 1909. The programs contain music notes, biographical comments on composers and musicians, as well as the names of orchestra members.

1.0 linear ft.

Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania, Heinz History Center Detre Library and Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 7395736

Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania, Heinz History Center Detre Library and Archives

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Scovel, Charles W., 1862-

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Pittsburgh Orchestra

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The Pittsburgh Orchestra, not to be confused with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, was founded in 1896 by Charles W. Scovel, Director of the Art Society of Pittsburgh. The Orchestra was in existence for fifteen years until it was forced to disband in 1910 due to financial difficulties. From the description of Programs [manuscript 1898-1909. (Historical Society of W Pennsylvania). WorldCat record id: 37703950 ...

Paur, Emil, 1855-1932

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Herbert, Victor, 1859-1924

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Composed 1884-85. First performance Stuttgart, 8 December 1885, the composer as soloist.--Cf. Fleisher Collection. From the description of 1st concerto for violoncello, op. 8 / by Victor Herbert. [1965?] (Franklin & Marshall College). WorldCat record id: 50216538 Victor Herbert (1859-1924) cellist, co-founder of the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP), conductor and composer is best known as the composer of light operas such as Babes in Toyland...

Arts Society of Pittsburgh (Pa.)

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