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Adams (Peter H.) collection of musical instrument catalogs
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Language of Material:
English
Contributing Institution:
Department of Special Collections and University Archives
Title: Peter H. Adams collection of musical instrument catalogs
Creator:
Adams, Peter H.
source:
Adams, Peter H.
Identifier/Call Number: M2606
Physical Description:
3.75 Linear Feet
8 manuscript boxes and 1 flat box
Date (inclusive): 1857-2018
The Peter H. Adams collection of musical instrument catalogs consists primarily of musical instrument catalogs and materials
related to musical instruments. The catalogs are arranged alphabetically, A-Z, by company, and the Lyon & Healy Company is
the most represented company. There are also catalogs of musical instrument dealers also organized alphabetically. A subcollection
of pamphlets owned and/or written by Helen R. Hollis, a curator at the Smithsonian Institution, is also included. Other materials
in the collection include musical instrument methods and tutors, catalogs of music, published and unpublished papers and articles
on musical instruments, correspondence with Peter Adams, periodical issues on musical instruments, miscellaneous documents
and a card game about opera.
[identification of item], Peter H. Adams collection of musical instrument catalogs (M2606). Department of Special Collections
and University Archives, Stanford Libraries, Stanford, California.
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to publish. These materials are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study. Any transmission or reproduction
beyond that allowed by fair use requires permission from the owners of rights, heir(s) or assigns.
Open for research. Note that material must be requested at least 36 hours in advance of intended use. Audiovisual & born-digital
materials are not available in original format, and must be reformatted to a digital use copy.
Subjects and Indexing Terms
Adams, Peter H.