Men's Glee Club (University of Michigan) records, 1886-1994.

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Men's Glee Club (University of Michigan) records, 1886-1994.

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The records were organized in two accessions. The first has five series: Chronological File, Philip A. Duey Material, Photographs, Sound Recordings and Scrapbooks. The Chronological File is the largest series and contains concert programs, newspaper clippings, tour information and meeting minutes from specific years. The second accession has three series: Correspondence, Topical, and Visual Materials. Arranged chronologically, the Correspondence series mostly reflects the negotiations of the business manager to book engagements for the club. Visual Materials include photographs, photo albums, and a 16 mm film of the club's 1964 appearance on the Perry Como Show.

6.5 linear ft., 7 oversize v. and 1 oversize folder

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Duey, Philip A.

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Michigan Union Opera.

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University of Michigan.

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Outside of museum holdings, no comprehensive survey and inventory of campus artwork had been attempted since 1937. With support from the Michigan Commission on Art in Public Places, 1,076 items were inventoried during 1988-1990. Additional inventory work was undertaken in 1997-1998 for risk management purposed, but generated little new information. From the description of Inventory of University of Michigan-owned art, 1988-1990, 1997-1998. (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id...

Friars (Musical group)

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University of Michigan a cappella octet composed of members of the men's glee club. From the description of Friars (Musical group) records, 1956-1993 (bulk 1963-1992). (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id: 83566033 The Friars is an a cappella octet named after a turn-of-the-century student organization (drinking club). The Friars originated in 1955 when two rival quartets, the Arbors and the Whatchamacallits, decided to merge their musical talents. In 19...

University of Michigan. Men's Glee Club

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The University of Michigan's Men's Glee Club was formally established in 1859 as only the second group of its kind in the nation. In its early days the club included from seven to twelve members who performed college songs, vaudeville numbers and skits. The group began touring during the 1880s, with singers numbering fifty by 1900. In the early part of the 20th century the group adopted its present mix of classical, popular and college songs. From 1922 to 194...