Inga Swenson papers, 1979-1986.

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Inga Swenson papers, 1979-1986.

The collection contains scripts for the sixty-two episodes that Swenson played in "Benson". Also included are 8-10 undated arrangements by Peter Matz of songs performed by Swenson and possibly recorded by Capital Records.

4.76 cubic ft. (6 boxes)

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Matz, Peter, 1928-2002

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Peter Matz (1928-2002) was a composer, arranger and conductor who worked with stars such as Barbra Streisand, Burt Bacharach and Carol Burnett. His long working relationship with Streisand led to his winning a Grammy Award, an Emmy Award and an Academy award for various projects with her. He was music director for the Carol Burnett show for eight years and won at least 10 other Emmy nominations for his contributions to more than 140 television movies and specials. From the descriptio...

Swenson, Inga, 1932?-

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Inga Swenson was an actress who began her career as a lyric soprano on Broadway in the late 1950s and then spent many years in Hollywood in films and on television, beginning with supporting roles in "Advise and Consent" and "The Miracle Worker" both in 1962. She is best known for her role as Gretchen Kraus, the house-keeper in "Benson", 1979-1986. From the description of Inga Swenson papers, 1979-1986. (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 72483716 ...