Description
This collection contains the papers of American composer Jimmy McHugh (1894-1969), including original music manuscripts, scores,
and miscellaneous clippings.
Background
Jimmy McHugh (1894-1969) was an American composer. He wrote over 500 songs during his career. McHugh's songs were recorded
by artists including Chet Baker, June Christy, Bing Crosby, Deanna Durbin, Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Garland, Adelaide Hall, Billie
Holiday, Beverly Kenney, Bill Kenny, Peggy Lee, Carmen Miranda, Nina Simone, Frank Sinatra, and Dinah Washington.