David L. Wessel papers, approximately 1965-2014

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Summary

Abstract:
This collection documents the life and work of professor, researcher, scholar, and performing artist David L. Wessel. Materials include professional files, correspondence, research, and writings.
Extent:
9.9 linear feet (6 cartons, 1 oversize box) and 1 sound tape reel
Language:
Collection is primarily in English; includes some French.
Preferred citation:

[Identification of item], David L. Wessel papers BANC MSS 2023/210, The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.

Background

Scope and content:

Collection contains the professional papers of researcher, performer and composer David L. Wessel. Comprises professional files, correspondence, research and writings from his work at the Institute for Research and Coordination in Acoustic Music (Paris, France) and as the first director of UC Berkeley's Center for New Music and Audio Technologies. Some materials, particularly those of the IRCAM are in French.

Biographical / historical:

David L. Wessel was a professor, researcher, scholar, and performing artist who researched and published in the area of psychoacoustics. He was director of pedagogy and software development at the Institute for Research and Coordination in Acoustic Music (Paris, France) from 1976-1988 and was the first director of UC Berkeley's Center for New Music and Audio Technologies. Wessel died in 2014.

Acquisition information:
Gift of Robin Wessel, on behalf of Fee Fong Wessel and the family of David Wessel, 2021.
Processing information:

Processed by Jaime Henderson in 2023. Materials were rehoused in archival boxes and described at the file level. Some materials have been retained in their original folders. Some original folder titles have been maintained.

Arrangement:

Materials within this collection maintain the original physical organization found at time of acquisition. Collection is described at the file level.

Accruals:

No further additions are expected.

Physical location:
Many Bancroft Library collections are stored off-site and advance notice may be required for use. For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the library's online catalog.
Rules or conventions:
DACS

Access and use

Restrictions:

Collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

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Preferred citation:

[Identification of item], David L. Wessel papers BANC MSS 2023/210, The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.

Location of this collection:
University of California, Berkeley, The Bancroft Library
Berkeley, CA 94720-6000, US
Contact:
510-642-6481
bancref-library@berkeley.edu
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