Mason, Jack, 1906-1965.
Person
Found in 2 Collections and/or records:
Collection
Found in:
Music Division
Jerry Valburn Collection on Duke Ellington
Identifier: ML31.E45
Abstract
Jerry Valburn was an avid collector of sound recordings and other materials related to Duke Ellington. The Jerry Valburn Collection on Duke Ellington consists of printed music, photographs, programs, promotional material, articles, clippings, and other items. These materials trace Duke Ellington's professional career as a bandleader and his rise as a prominent figure in the development of jazz and its history.
Dates
1924-1989; Majority of material found within 1935-1971
Collection
Found in:
Music Division
Les Paul Papers
Identifier: ML31.P38
Abstract
Les Paul was a Grammy-winning musician and inventor known for his virtuosic guitar playing, pioneering of multitrack recording, and invention of the solid-body electric guitar. His inventions left an indelible impact on the music industry. In addition to live concerts he performed on the radio and on television, notably with his second wife, singer and guitarist Mary Ford. The Les Paul Papers contain music arranged for Les Paul's ensembles by himself or others and printed sheet music of...
Dates
1904-2003; Majority of material found within ( 1934-1996)