Thomas Chapin papers, 1870s-1999 (bulk 1980-1997).

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Chapin, Thomas. Thomas Chapin papers, 1870s-1999 (bulk 1980-1997).

Thomas Chapin papers, 1870s-1999 (bulk 1980-1997).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/48633465

The collection (100 items, 2.5 linear feet; dated 1979-1998) contains audio cassettes and compositions by Thomas Chapin, as well as clippings, programs, memorial messages, and other items about him. (99-355). The addition to the collection (60 items, 2.5 linear feet; dated 1981-1999) includes published materials on Chapin or featuring his music. There are publicity materials; scrapbook items, such as programs or clippings; articles about Chapin from the internet and elsewhere; copies of original scores; compact discs; phonograph records; genealogical information; and other biographical information about him and his trio. (99-467). The addition to the collection (15300 items, 29.40 linear feet; dated 1870s-1998, bulk 1980-1997) comprises primarily correspondence; financial records; scrapbooks, graphic materials (98 color photographs, 1 color slide, 6 black-and-white photographs, 24 black-and-white negatives, 17 contact sheets, 1 print, 1 watercolor, and 2 chalk drawings), posters, and other materials detailing Chapin's musical career, especially performances of the Chapin Trio; notebooks and appointment books; and musical scores by Chapin and others. Also includes recordings on 17 reel-to-reel tapes, 8 music compact discs, and 5 audiocassettes of performances by Chapin and others; 3 electronic computer files; and 24 small musical instruments of plastic and metal. (01-157).

15460 items 34.4 linear feet.

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