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To Davison, 1949

 File — Box: 121

Scope and Contents

c. 40 items

Includes a letter from Walter S. Davison attaching John Baillie's "Why I Believe in God." R.K. 'Bun' McLain writes to discuss musical tastes and approaches. Alfred Swan writes from Italy, giving comments on some of John Davison's compositions and encouraging him to explore new styles and techniques. There is also an invitation to membership in the American Musicological Society and numerous casual letters from friends Dick and Marian Cameron, Ernest Hankamer, and Harriette Thompson.

Other Correspondents: Constance Linn Allen; Claude Calova; Ginny Ervin; Dr. Guy et Madame Genon-Catalot; William 'Bill' Ibes; Mike Powell; Raymond (?)

Highlights include:

Davison, Walter. 10/23. Letter enclosing "Why I Believe in God" by John Baillie

Dates

  • Creation: 1949

Conditions Governing Access note

This collection is open for research.

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