R. Dale Butts Film Music Collection, 1944-1956

Collection context

Summary

Creators:
Butts, R. Dale
Abstract:
Manuscripts and sound recordings of film music by R. Dale Butts.
Extent:
13 boxes (6.5 linear ft.)
Language:
English.

Background

Scope and content:

Manuscripts and sound recordings of film music by R. Dale Butts.

Biographical / historical:

R. Dale Butts was born in Lamasco, Kentucky, on March 12, 1910. In 1941, after thirteen years as chief pianist and arranger for NBC Radio in Chicago, he left for Hollywood and joined Republic Studios as staff composer in 1943. He was nominated for his original score: "Flame of the Barbara Coast" in 1945. He died in 1990.

Physical location:
Stored off-site at SRLF. Advance notice is required for access to the collection. Please contact Performing Arts Special Collections Special Collections for paging information.

Access and use

Location of this collection:
A1713 Charles E. Young Research Library
Box 951575
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1575, US
Contact:
(310) 825-4988