Sylvia Meyer papers. approximately 1930-2001.

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Sylvia Meyer papers. approximately 1930-2001.

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Collection contains letters, newspaper clippings, photographs, books, articles, concert programs, correspondence, and World Harp Congress harp publications collected by Sylvia Meyer throughout her career as a harpist. Approximate dates range from 1930 to 2001. The items are associated with the American Harp Society. It also contains directories, notes, and certificates regarding members of the American Harp Society.

16 boxes (8 linear ft.)

Harold B. Lee Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 8176329

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World Harp Congress

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The World Harp Congress is a private international non-profit organization that was founded in 1981 by Phia Berghout and Maria Korchinska. It has members in over fifty countries around the world. The World Harp Congress (WHC) was founded by Phia Berghout and Maria Korchinska in 1981 as an outgrowth of the International Harpweeks in The Netherlands. Anyone is allowed to join, even those who are just interested in the harp and not actual harpists. Every three years, the WH...

American Harp Society

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Founded in 1962, the American Harp Society is open to harpists, students, and those interested in the advancement of harp education, performance, and composition. From the description of Collection, 1969-1976, 1973-1976. (Texas Tech University). WorldCat record id: 23687190 Catherine Gotthoffer (born 1923) was the first life member of the American Harp Society (AHS), and is a prominent freelance harpist who served as president of the AHS twice. Cathe...

Meyer, Sylvia (Harpist)

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Sylvia Meyer (1907-2005) was a prominent harpist of the 20th century. She studied under Carlos Salzedo and was the first female member of the National Symphony Orchestra. Sylvia Meyer was born in Madison, Wisconsin, November 23, 1907. Shortly thereafter, she moved to Washington because of her father's job. Sylvia got her start on the harp when her mother, an antique collector, brought home a $2.50 harp that was rusting and was missing the base and pedals. Her parents tho...