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Found in: Music Division

Business Papers, 1950-2015

Conditions Governing Access

The Billy Strayhorn Music Manuscripts and Estate Papers are open to research. Researchers are advised to contact the Music Division prior to visiting in order to determine whether the desired materials will be available at that time.

Certain restrictions to use or copying of materials may apply.

Scope and Content Note

Contracts, correspondence, financial and legal documents, promotional materials, and other items pertaining to the activities of Billy Strayhorn Songs, Inc. (B.S.S.I.) and its president, Gregory Morris. With the exception of royalty statements, the majority of these materials date from after Strayhorn's death.

Dates

  • Creation: 1950-2015

Access and Restrictions

The Billy Strayhorn Music Manuscripts and Estate Papers are open to research. Researchers are advised to contact the Music Division prior to visiting in order to determine whether the desired materials will be available at that time.

Certain restrictions to use or copying of materials may apply.

Arrangement

Arranged alphabetically by organization or subject.

Container Range

Box: 42-81

Part of the Music Division Repository

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