Whiteman (Paul) papers, bulk 1930s-1950s

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Summary

Title:
Paul Whiteman papers
Dates:
bulk 1930s-1950s
Creators:
Whiteman, Paul, 1890-1967
Abstract:
This collection consists of the papers of American composer and bandleader Paul Whiteman (1890-1967). Materials include correspondence, photographs, film stills, and movie information. This collection includes items related to the movies, "Thanks a Million" (1935) and "King of Jazz" (1930).
Containers:
Box: 1
Extent:
0.979 Linear Feet 1 box
Language:
English .
Preferred citation:

[Box/folder no. or item name], Paul Whiteman papers, Collection no. 2466, Cinematic Arts Library, USC Libraries, University of Southern California.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection consists of the papers of American composer and bandleader, Paul Whiteman (1890-1967). Materials include correspondence, photographs, film stills, and movie information. This collection includes items related to the movies, "Thanks a Million" (1935) and "King of Jazz" (1930).

Biographical / historical:

Paul Whiteman (1890-1967) was an American bandleader, composer, orchestral director, and violist who performed live, in movies, television, and radio. Whiteman was often referred to as the "King of Jazz," and starred in a movie by the same title in 1930. He also starred with his band in the movie, "Thanks a Million" (1935). A number of his songs have been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

Acquisition information:
Gift, circa February 1977.
Processing information:

This collection is unprocessed.

Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Marissa Chavez for History Associates Incorporated
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using ArchivesSpace on 2024-03-22 13:44:17 -0700 .

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Preferred citation:

[Box/folder no. or item name], Paul Whiteman papers, Collection no. 2466, Cinematic Arts Library, USC Libraries, University of Southern California.

Location of this collection:
Cinematic Arts Library
Doheny Memorial Library, Room G4
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0185, US
Contact:
(213) 740-8383
ctlibarc@usc.edu
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