Appleton Sheet Music collection, 1925-1955
Collection context
- Abstract:
- A collection of sheet music of musical theater works from 1925-1955.
- Extent:
- 2.5 Linear Feet 2 boxes
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Approximately five hundred pieces of jazz and classical musc. Includes works by George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Ziegfield Follies, Harold Arlen, Noel Coward, Africal American productions, etc.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located off-site. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.
- Terms of access:
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Single photocopies may be made for research purposes. Permission to publish material from the collection must be requested from the Curator of Manuscripts/University Archivist, Rare Book and Manuscript Library (RBML). The RBML approves permission to publish that which it physically owns; the responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Appleton Sheet Music Collection; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu