Queens College (New York, N.Y.). Department of Music
Organization
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
K. Robert Schwarz Papers
Collection
Identifier: SCA-0080
Abstract
K. Robert Schwarz was a classical music critic and scholar who graduated from Queens College in 1979. He wrote for the New York Times, Out, Pulse!, and Stereo Review Magazine. His papers contain academic research files, music criticism research, subject files on various artists, printed materials, program notes, and publications written by Schwarz. Also included is in-depth research on Steve Reich and Paul Bowles, the subjects of...
Dates:
1984-1999
Leo Kraft Papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: SCA-0014
Abstract
Leo Kraft (1922 – 2014) was an American composer, educator, and author born in Brooklyn, New York. He taught music theory and composition at the Queens College School of Music, to later become the Aaron Copland School of Music, from 1948 to 1989. He was a key member in developing the music theory curriculum. Kraft composed many works of chamber music, and he also contributed orchestral, piano, vocal, and electronic music to his oeuvre.
Dates:
1933 - 2013
QC Department of Music, Speech & Music, 1950 - 1956, 1962, 1973
File — Box: 1, Folder: 10
Scope and Contents
From the Series:
Programming is dedicated to print ephemera related to productions and performances. The series is further arranged based on the organization or initiative sponsoring the programming. Branding has changed over time based on administrative changes on campus. Materials include program announcements, brochures, schedules, and promotional items. The Charles Colden Center produced annual concert series since 1961, and celebrity and dance series since 1966. More recent materials are advertised...
Dates:
1950 - 1956; 1962; 1973
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