Composers -- Michigan -- Grand Rapids
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Grand Rapids Public Library Michigan and Grand Rapids music collection
Collection
Identifier: Collection 235
Abstract
This is a devised subject related collection that brings together various small accessions of materials of music made primarily in Grand Rapids, Michigan or information on the musical organizations of the area. Some documentation of composers and Grand Rapids and Michigan compositions is included. A small representation of music presentation formats (including sheet music, vinyl records, cassette tapes and digital storage formats) is found. Information about performers, either individuals or...
Dates:
no date
Found in:
Grand Rapids History Center
Theodore Beyne music scores
Collection
Identifier: collection 540
Abstract
Theodore J. “Ted” Beyne (1884–1963), a Dutch-born musician and composer, was a founding violinist, manager, and longtime board member of the Grand Rapids Symphony Orchestra. This collection documents his work through original music manuscripts and arrangements, ranging from duet pieces to full orchestral works, including Symphony No. 1, whose “Scherzo” was performed at the 1980 dedication of DeVos Hall. The collection also includes a 1933 sliding tool for transposing musical keys....
Dates:
1900 - 1962
Found in:
Grand Rapids History Center