Description
Dena Bat-Yaacov (1932-1981) was a concert pianist specializing in the work of Jewish composers, particularly Charles Alkan.
Born in Denver, Colorado, she relocated to Los Angeles in her twenties and spent the rest of her life in that city. The collection
includes biographical and promotional materials, including publicity photos, some correspondence, and recital programs spanning
her performance career.
Background
Dena Bat-Yaacov was born Dena Heller in Denver, Colorado, on September 9, 1932. She began piano lessons at age seven, the
same year she entered Hebrew school, and made her public debut at thirteen. After attending the University of Colorado, where
she studied under Howard Waltz, Bat-Yaacov transferred to the Music Academy of the West in Montecito, California, where she
studied with Sarah Compinsky. Later in her career, she studied with Bernardo Segal, Alvin Davis, Edward Auer, and Earle Voorhies.
Extent
1.5 linear feet
(2 boxes and 1 oversize box)
Restrictions
Property rights to the physical object belong to the UCLA Library Special Collections. Literary rights, including copyright,
are retained by the creators and their heirs. It is the responsibility of the researcher to determine who holds the copyright
and pursue the copyright owner or his or her heir for permission to publish where The UC Regents do not hold the copyright.
Availability
COLLECTION STORED OFF-SITE AT SRLF: Open for research. Advance notice required for access. Contact the UCLA Library Special
Collections Reference Desk for paging information.