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Erickson (Robert) Papers
MSS 0096  
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Description
Papers of Robert Erickson, American composer and co-founder of the Music Department at UC San Diego.
Background
Born in Marquette, Michigan on March 7, 1917, Erickson studied composition with Austrian composer Ernst Krenek at Hamline University in St. Paul and graduated in 1943. After three years in the Army, he returned to Hamline, receiving an M.A. in music in 1947.
Extent
24 Linear feet (28 archives boxes, 13 flat boxes, 3 cassettes boxes, 1.5 oversize boxes, 1 records carton and 3 map case folders)
Restrictions
Publication rights are held by the creator of the collection.
Availability
Original audiovisual formats, including VHS, Beta, audiocassettes, LPs, and reel-to-reel tapes, are restricted. Researchers may request access to digitally reformatted versions, which are available for most recordings.