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Music and Performing Arts

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 38 Collections and/or Records:

Bessemer Civic Music Club records

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0144
Abstract

Collection of items relating to this club from Bessemer, Jefferson County, Alabama, including programs, press releases, clippings, etc.

Dates: 1949-1954

Peyton B. Bibb papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0153
Abstract

Documents, mainly letters written to or by Peyton B. Bibb. There are also receipts and minutes from unidentified meetings. There is also a copy of the “Complete Rudiments of Music” by A.J. Showalter (©1906) with the name “George Bibb” written on the front cover and on the first page.

Dates: 1886–1906

Billy Lightelle Vaudeville Scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3870
Abstract

The collection contains one scrapbook with items collected by Lightelle, vaudeville performer, and contains receipts for payments for performances; employment contracts; photographs; programs; song lyrics and scripts; plot ideas and storylines; and two pieces of handwritten sheet music.

Dates: 1912 - 1928

Ottokar T. Cadek papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0253
Abstract

Correspondence, diaries, genealogies, and various other documents relating to the life of this violinist, conductor, and teacher.

Dates: unknown

Camille Maxwell Elebash Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0478
Abstract

Documents, interviews, and source material used by Camille Elebash,in co-producing with Joe Terry, the documentary George Wallace: A Politician’s Legacy.

Dates: 1964-1988

Charles E. Adams papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0007
Abstract

Materials on the Jewish synagogue in West Blocton, Alabama; a copy of his paper, "The 'Ah Goodies Ah Chem' Jewish Congregation of West Blocton, Alabama, 1905-1913," and 6 photos of the Blocton Home Band.

Dates: 1892 - 1982

Margaret Christy Memorial Service collection

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3718
Abstract

Letters from Miriam Schneider to friends and students of Margaret Christy asking for "testimonials" that could be read at Christy's memorial service.

Dates: 1996

Crimson Theatre radio plays collection

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0375
Abstract

Scripts for several radio plays performed by the Crimson Theatre on the WABP radio station on the University of Alabama campus.

Dates: circa 1953

David "Tutt" Lott Yarbrough, Jr. Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1594
Abstract

A collection of photographs, scrapbooks, business cards, letters, union dues receipts, and contracts of this lifelong musician that sheds light on the music business during the "Big band" era.

Dates: 1933 - 1961

Lista Geil Eddins papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0472
Abstract

Diaries, clippings, photographs, correspondence, sheet music, and church bulletins belonging to this University of Alabama music department head.

Dates: between 1910-1971

Marian Gallaway papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0554
Abstract

Collection of play scripts, theatre notes, research, programs, and photographs compiled by the long-time director of the University of Alabama Theater.

Dates: after 1948

George and Eleanor Bridges Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0210
Abstract

Letters written to George and Eleanor Bridges, of Homewood, Jefferson County, Alabama, and others written by George. There are also newspaper clippings, miscellaneous items and four journals.

Dates: 1932-1965

Louis Gerstman papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0567
Abstract

Papers of this Selma, Dallas County, Alabama insurance agent and manager of the Edwards Opera House and the Academy of Music, 1879-1896.

Dates: 1879-1896

Eddy Lanier King Gilmore papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0572
Abstract

Compositions, scrapbooks, correspondence, and clippings of Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, Eddy Lanier King Gilmore, of Selma, Alabama, and his Russian-born wife, Tamara Kolb-Chernashovaya, a ballerina with the Bolshoi Ballet. The bulk of material is from the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s.

Dates: circa 1940 - 1967

Will Glickman papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0573
Abstract

Copies of Glickman's plays, musicals, and television scripts, as well as clippings.

Dates: 1951-1980

Jacob Frederic Goossen papers

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0579
Abstract

Correspondence, writings, teaching materials, and musical compositions of this former faculty member of the University of Alabama.

Dates: 1940-1995

James M. Research Materials for The Late Great Johnny Ace

 Collection
Identifier: 2015-004
Abstract

This collection consists of the research done by Dr. James M. Salem, Professor Emeritus at the University of Alabama, for his book, The Late Great Johnny Ace and the Transition from R and B to Rock and Roll. Materials include audio and video recordings all pertaining to the larger context of African American Popular Culture in the 1950s.

Dates: 1930 - 1979

John and Phyllis Todd Reel to Reel

 Collection
Identifier: 2014-025
Abstract

Sixty-eight reel to reels of family recordings and assorted music.

Dates: 1957 - 1982

Moody Music Building Dedication Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: 2008-021
Abstract

Photographs of the opening gala of the Moody Music building.

Dates: 1988-01-15

Staci Niemeyer paper "Folk Dancing at the Marietta Johnson School of Organic Education"

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-0525
Abstract

Essay about folk dancing at the Marietta Johnson School of Organic Education, a school founded in 1907 by progressive educator Marietta Johnson in Fairhope, Alabama.

Dates: 1990 April 1

Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries Alabama Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: 2007-003
Abstract This collection consists of one thousand seventy five photographs depicting street scenes in Tuscaloosa, Selma, and other cities in Alabama; portraits of famous people: Will Chambers, Augusta Evans Wilson, Margaret Zehmer Searcy, Roger Lee, Booker T. Washington, Samuel M. Stafford, George C. Wallace, Carl Elliot, Sr., Winton M. Blount, Jefferson Davis, and many others. Also collection consists of numerous images of Alabama rivers steam boats, Joe Sewell and Lou Gehrig in 1933 World Series;...
Dates: 1823 - 1975; Majority of material found within 1860 - 1945

Regional Composers' Forum records

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1185
Abstract

Photographs, newsletters, newspaper clippings, and programs of the organization

Dates: 1950-1971

Tuscaloosa Music Study Club, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, records

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1438
Abstract

A collection of club records, constitution and by-laws, member lists, yearbooks, scrapbooks, and other materials of this Tuscaloosa arts organization.

Dates: 1904-2007

University of Alabama Glee Club Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3645
Abstract

Collection of posters, placards, and other materials of the University of Alabama Glee Club

Dates: 1906-1936

University of Alabama Marching Band Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: 2009-215
Abstract

This collection consists of three black and white photographs of the University of Alabama Marching Band, possibly taken at the University of Alabama in 1938.

Dates: 1938

University of Alabama Reel to Reel Collection

 Collection
Identifier: 2012-038
Abstract Reel to Reels of events on the University of Alabama campus, such as: Alumni recordings; Board of Trustees; Bear Bryant Show; Senator Jim Allen; Congressman Hale Boggs; Governor John Love; Leftenant Governor Jere Beasley; Leftenant Governor Albert Brewer; Winton Blount; Hilaritas 1971 - 1974; 1960s Honors Days; Interview with Vivian Malone, Robert Kennedy's visit to University of Alabama; Jane Fonda's visit to University of Alabama; interview with Yitzak Rabin; Maintenance strike; Capstone...
Dates: 1960 - 1979

University of Alabama School of Music scrapbooks

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3653
Abstract

Scrapbooks of photographs, programs, information on the music camp, and the stage productions

Dates: 1930-1985

"Victory Varieties" concert program

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1756
Abstract

Program for a variety show directed by Alexander Maissel and presented at Ft. Custer, Michigan, on 20 July 1943.

Dates: 1943 July 20

Vijay Parekh Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: 2009-208
Abstract

This collection consists of ten color and thirty-eight black and white photographs of the residents of the International House at the University of Alabama, Shyhming Chang August 2, 1962, Christmas 1963, and different stage performances.

Dates: 1960 - 1964

Wade Hall Photographs, Small Collection

 Collection — Box 2009001.035: [Barcode: 1006241532]
Identifier: 2009-169
Abstract

This collection consists of three photographs depicting musicians playing.

Dates: 1947

Wade Hall Photographs, Small Collection

 Collection
Identifier: 2009-004
Abstract

This collection consists of nine black and white photographs depicting scenes of a traveling entertainers.



Dates: 1920 - 1929

Wade Hall Photographs, Small Collection

 Collection — Box 2009001.017: [Barcode: 1006241514]
Identifier: 2009-077
Abstract

This collection consists of five photographs depicting country musicians performing at an unknown location and at the Malmstrom Air Force Base in Great Falls, Montana.

Dates: 1954

Wade Hall Photographs, Small Collection

 Collection — Box 2009001.019: [Barcode: 1006241516]
Identifier: 2009-085
Abstract

This collection consists of eight photographs depicting people playing musical instruments, spending time outside, playing basketball, and engaging in other activities.

Dates: 1918 - 1920

Wade Hall Photographs, Small Collection

 Collection — Box 2009001.027: [Barcode: 1006241524]
Identifier: 2009-117
Abstract

This collection consists of forty-two photographs depicting people engaged in various activities in Oklahoma, Kansas, Michigan, and unknown locations.

Dates: 1919 - 1922

Wade Hall Photographs, Small Collection

 Collection — Box 2009001.027: [Barcode: 1006241524]
Identifier: 2009-120
Abstract

This collection of twenty-eight photographs depicting scenes from Japan: parade, shops, people wearing traditional Japanese cloths and street scenes.

Dates: 1920

Dinah Washington Stamp and Event Program

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-2775
Abstract

This collection consists of a stamp and program commemorating the issuing of a Dinah Washington stamp.

Dates: 1993 June 16

C. Beaumont Wicks index

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-1552
Abstract

Index cards, in French, that contain the author and a description of the work including the date.

Dates: 1922-1938

William B. "WIllie" Pape Scrapbooks

 Collection
Identifier: MSS-3689
Abstract

Two scrapbooks kept by Willie Pape during his years in England as well as a bound volume of his sheet music.

Dates: 1862-1875