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Personal papers of Joseph Szigeti

 Collection — Box: 1
Call Number: PP 156

Overview

Joseph Szigeti, a violinist, was the first musician to play at the new theatre at the University of Kansas in 1958. This collection consists of a letter of thanks that Szigeti wrote to Thomas Gorton, who was the Dean of the School of Fine Arts, for inviting him to play at the new theatre.

Dates

  • Creation: 1958

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

These materials are stored in the KU Annex off-site storage area.

All researchers interested in reviewing this material must consult Spencer Research Library Public Services staff (785-864-4334 or ksrlref@ku.edu, 9-5 M-F CST) no less than three days in advance of a planned visit. Be advised that drop-in requests for this material cannot be accommodated.

Conditions Governing Use

Spencer Library staff may determine use restrictions dependent on the physical condition of manuscript materials.

Extent

.25 Linear Feet (1 document case)

Language of Materials

English

Physical Location

PP 156

Physical Location

Annex (Contact Spencer Library Public Services)

Related Materials

Consult library staff regarding the availability of related photographs, biographical files, and scrapbooks.

Title
Guide to the Joseph Szigeti Collection
Subtitle
Personal papers of Joseph Szigeti
Author
Finding aid prepared by ad, 2005. Finding aid encoded by ad, 2005. Finding aid revised by mwh, 2021.
Date
2005
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
Finding aid written in English.
Finding aid permalink
http://hdl.handle.net/10407/3617747468
Preferred citation
Personal papers of Joseph Szigeti, University Archives, PP 156, Kenneth Spencer Research Library, University of Kansas

Repository Details

Part of the University of Kansas. Kenneth Spencer Research Library Repository

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