Series VI: Other Works and Collaborations, 1960-1990s
- Scope and content:
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Series contains scores arranged or reviewed by Sid Ramin that involve other musical artists or groups, as well as several audio reels for The Big Band Sound of Sid Ramin album and miscellaneous recording sessions. Most of the foldered scores pertain to works by composer Leonard Bernstein, including his fanfare for John F. Kennedy, Mass, Jubilee Games, Sonata for Clarinet, and orchestral suite from A Quiet Place. Other artists or groups included in the collection are the Boston Pops, the Cleveland Pops, the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Robert Goulet, Sinéad O'Connor, Sidney Sheldon, and Barbra Streisand. There are several untitled and undated scores in this series that could not be identified with a specific work or production.
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Access and use
- Parent restrictions:
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The following boxes are located off-site: Boxes 25-51. You will need to request this material from the Rare Book and Manuscript Library at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room. Audiovisual materials are currently closed for digitization.
This collection has no restrictions. Audiovisual materials are currently closed for digitization.
- Parent terms of access:
- Permission required to copy music scores. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- 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