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Oliveros (Pauline) Papers
MSS 0102
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Description
Papers of Pauline Oliveros (1932-2016), American experimental musician, composer and key figure in the development of contemporary
electronic music. The collection contains Oliveros' original writings, compositions, correspondence and sketches. Also included
are interviews, programs and reviews, teaching materials and writings about and relating to Oliveros' work.
Background
Pauline Oliveros was born in Houston, Texas in 1932. An accomplished accordionist, composer and teacher, she is an instrumental
figure in the world of electronic music. Oliveros was a founding member of the San Francisco Tape Music Center, a resource
for electronic music in the 1960s. Later, the Center moved to Mills College and became the Center for Contemporary Music where
Oliveros was the Center's first director.
Extent
20.4 Linear feet
(31 archives boxes, 7 flat boxes, 2 map case folders, and 2 card file boxes)
Availability
Original media formats are restricted. Viewing/listening copies may be available for researchers.