Alexander Semmler Papers, 1914-1977.

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Alexander Semmler Papers, 1914-1977.

The collection consists primarily of music written by Alexander Semmler, both in manuscript and in print. Among the compositions are symphonic works, chamber music, and works for various instruments, including piano and voice. There are also sketches for later compositions and notebooks with melodic ideas. The papers also include music written by Semmler under the pseudonym Ralph Sandor, which is more commercially oriented than those pieces signed in his own name. Also included in the papers are certain items kept with his musical compositions by Alexander Semmler, such as notes, correspondence, and reviews.

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