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Correspondence, 1946-1999, undated

 Series
Identifier: MC038/02

Scope and Content Note

This series contains original letters written to Esty from the various composers from whom she commissioned the musical scores contained in Series I. Also includes correspondence with other composers, as well as with miscellaneous friends and admirers. There are several letters which include written agreements between Esty and the composer in the acceptance of the rights to the original scores. Many of the letters are in French, including those received from Claude Arrieu, Henri Sauget, and Germaine Tailleferre. The miscellaneous category includes telegrams and notes from friends.

Dates

  • 1946-1999, undated

Access Restrictions

The originals of some letters are restricted, and may only be consulted with permission of the Director of Archives and Special Collections. Reference photocopies of these letters have been provided in the main files.

Extent

1 box

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Organization and Arrangement

Correspondence is arranged alphabetical by author.

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Edmund S. Muskie Archives and Special Collections Library Repository

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