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Udow, Michael W. (Michael William) - Composer
B&W contact-sheet of 35mm images, including Otto Luening, Lejaren Hiller, Yvar Mikhashoff, Thomas Halpin
Hiller, Lejaren Arthur, 1924- - Composer
La Monte Young, with mountains in the background
B & W contact-sheet of 35mm images, including John Bergamo, Jan Williams, Leroy Jenkins, Colin Bright
New Winds musical group with instruments (Robert Dick, Ned Rothenberg, J.D.Parran)
Takehisa Kosugi with electronic equipment
Jon Gillock with organ pipes in background
SONOR members Philip Larson and Carol Plantamura
McCandless, Michael, 1957-1993 - Composer
Eberhard Blum playing flute with Nils Vigeland on piano
Freida and Sephen Manes standing at grand piano
SONOR: Thomas Nee is shown conducting six instrumentalists (Bert Turetzky, double bass; others unidentified)
La Barbara, Joan, 1947- - Voice (Soprano)
B&W contact-sheet of 35mm images of Diamanda Galas
Milton Babbitt in computer room at Columbia-Princeton Electronic Music Center
Sound Pressure (Musical group) - Ensemble
New York New Music Ensemble members Linda Quan (violin), Jean Kopperud (clarinet), Chris Finckel (violoncello), James Winn (piano), Jayn Rosenfeld (flute), Daniel Druckman (percussion)
Frances-Marie Uitti playing cello with Yvar Mikhashoff, pianist
SONOR: 13 musicians some with instruments, some holding cards with letters S-O-N-O-R
Ralph Shapey, composer resting chin on hand
A person with a bald head and a full beard is shown in a black and white close-up. The individual wears a textured jacket and rests their chin on their hand. Fine lines are visible across the forehead and around the eyes.
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HPSCHD by John Cage and Lejaren Hiller performed at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery
Hiller, Lejaren Arthur, 1924- -- Performances
Performers included (not all visible): Aki Takahashi, Neely Bruce, David Fuller, Ivar Mikhashoff, David Tudor, harpsichords
A black and white view of an indoor event shows several people standing in a darkened room filled with multimedia projections. Large, light-colored fabric panels hang from the ceiling, acting as screens for projected imagery including crowds and patterns. Overhead track lights illuminate the ceiling, and a copyright watermark is visible across the center of the scene.
Nils Vigeland, composer standing near brick wall
A person with short, wavy hair wears a dark suit jacket over a collared shirt and a patterned necktie. They are positioned to the left of center in front of a vertical white structure and a light-colored brick wall. The black and white scene features a watermark across the top that reads "Copyright by Irene Haupt."
A person in a light-colored blazer is bent over a rug with a complex geometric design and long fringe. They use their fingers to manipulate a section of the fringe at the textile's edge. The black and white scene shows the person in profile against a dark background.
This black and white interior view displays an art installation featuring several large, angular fabric panels suspended from the ceiling. Projected light and patterns illuminate these panels and the ceiling, casting high-contrast shadows throughout the room. A group of people stands together in the center of the space, while others are seated near the periphery observing the display.
Two people are shown from the chest up wearing dark suits and ties in a black and white setting. The person on the left has light-colored, wavy hair and faces the right. The person on the right gestures with one hand while looking toward the front. The background contains a doorway and a wall with a brick-like texture.
A person with dark curly hair and a mustache sits at a grand piano with its lid propped open. They wear a tuxedo and bowtie, resting one hand against their head while facing the viewer. The background shows an empty theater with dark rows of seating and an upper balcony. This black-and-white scene features a copyright watermark across the top center.
Elliott Carter, composer at chalkboard, lecturing
A person in a blazer and tie stands in front of a chalkboard featuring musical staff lines and hand-drawn notations. The individual has short white hair and wears glasses, with their arms extended to the sides. A portion of a piano appears in the foreground, and a grey cabinet is positioned in the background to the right.
Jean Charles François, composer with Carol Plantamura and Frederic Rzewski on stage
Three people are positioned on a stage in front of a floor-to-ceiling curtain. To the left sits an open grand piano, while the right side of the stage contains a ladder and a white pedestal. One person in dark clothing holds up a white piece of fabric with black designs toward two others who are standing near the center of the stage.
Lejaren Hiller, composer with Elizabeth Hiller, kissing
Two individuals lean toward each other to kiss in a black and white indoor setting. The person on the right wears a blazer and glasses, holding a plate with two pastries and lit candles. The person on the left wears a patterned top with light hair styled up. Several other people are visible in the background.
A black and white close-up depicts an older person with thin white hair and a full, white beard and mustache. The individual has visible facial wrinkles and rests their chin on a hand. They wear a dark, textured jacket, and text at the bottom reads "Copyright by Irene Haupt."
This monochrome portrait displays a person in a deep squat facing the camera. The person has dark, voluminous hair and heavy dark makeup around their eyes while wearing dark clothing. Their hands rest on their thighs with elbows pointed outward, and the background consists of a plain white wall and light-colored flooring. A copyright watermark is present at the top of the frame.
Feldman about to pet cat, drink held down
A person wearing dark-rimmed glasses and a plaid shirt sits in an armchair with a black cat resting on their lap. One hand holds a stemmed glass while the other is raised near a lit lamp. A large potted plant is visible in the background to the left.
John Cage, composer preparing piano with Yvar Mikhashoff and Jan Williams
Three individuals interact with the exposed strings and hammers of an open piano in this monochrome scene. One person on the right wears glasses and a striped sweater while manipulating thin rods over the instrument. The others stand on the left, looking down at the mechanical components against a dark background.
Large, angular fabric structures are suspended within a room, serving as surfaces for various projected light patterns and abstract imagery. A group of people stands in silhouette in the background, surrounded by the projections that also extend onto the ceiling and walls. A copyright watermark is visible in the upper center of the frame.
Virgil Thomson, composer in checkered jacket and polka-dot bow tie, examining Satie score
An older individual is seated in a theater or auditorium setting while holding an open book. They wear a patterned blazer over a white shirt and a dark polka-dot bowtie. The name "ERIK SATIE" is printed across the top of the pages in the book.
Frederick C. and Alice Slee Chamber Hall (State University of New York at Buffalo)
Rehearsal of Foss' "MAP (Musicians at Play)", musicians unidentified
A group of four people stands on a stage or in a studio surrounded by musical equipment. Three people are positioned closely together, holding and manipulating a trombone, while a fourth person stands nearby and observes. Various percussion instruments, including a gong and cymbals, are scattered across the floor, and several thin wires hang from the ceiling. A bright light illuminates the central figures against a plain, light-colored background.
Two individuals wearing dark attire are seated in a dimly lit room near a wall of concrete blocks. One person sits in a chair in the foreground looking forward, while the other person sits further back with their arms resting on the low block wall. This black and white scene features a copyright watermark across the bottom.
John Cage, composer having a drink with Morton Feldman
Two people stand next to each other in an indoor setting, both holding small glasses. The person on the left wears a suit and tie with glasses and a cigarette, while the person on the right wears a button-up jacket and carries a light-colored coat. The background contains large indoor plants, a shelf with figurines, and a table holding multiple bottles.
A person with short, curly hair is seated at a piano in a black and white portrait. They wear a light-colored collared shirt and look toward the side of the frame. The piano's music stand is visible in the foreground, and the background is out of focus.
This black and white portrait features a person with thinning hair and glasses wearing formal attire, including a dark jacket with a white pocket square and a white bowtie. The person's mouth is open, revealing teeth, while they look toward the side. Framed documents hang on the wall in the background, and a copyright watermark is visible at the bottom.
Milton Babbitt, composer with Lejaren Hiller
Two people wearing glasses and business attire are positioned next to each other. The individual on the left wears a light-colored textured jacket with a patterned tie, while the individual on the right wears a textured jacket over a plaid shirt and a dark tie. The background consists of wood-paneled walls and light-colored curtains with a patterned border.
Jan Williams, percussionist playing marimba, four mallets
A person in a dark sweater and glasses stands over a mallet percussion instrument, holding two mallets in each hand. The metal bars of the instrument are in the foreground, while a large drum sits in the background. The scene is depicted in black and white against a dark backdrop.
Larry Austin, composer with Joel Chadabe and Charles Dodge
Three individuals stand together in a room featuring rows of seating and electronic equipment in the foreground. One person wears a light-colored jacket over a button-down shirt, the center person wears a dark jacket over a white shirt and tie, and the person on the right wears a blazer over a dark turtleneck with glasses. A copyright watermark is positioned across the lower center of the frame.
An older person with short light hair and a mustache is shown from the chest up against a dark background. The individual wears a light-colored turtleneck sweater under a dark pinstriped blazer and holds an open book in their hands. A copyright watermark is visible across the bottom of the frame.
Frank Cipolla, conductor with musicians, standing behind percussion instruments
Sample, Steven B., 1940- - Administrator
A group of eight individuals stands behind a vibraphone and cymbals in a room with vertical wall paneling. The attire among the group varies from casual button-down shirts to suits and formal tuxedos with bow ties. Some individuals are wearing glasses and are positioned in a line, with several individuals leaning towards the center of the frame.
Photograph taken from under piano lid, Mikhashoff facing camera -- Copy 1
A person in formal attire stands behind the open lid of a grand piano, resting their arms on the instrument's frame. The interior strings and mechanisms of the piano are visible in the foreground against a plain white background. This black and white scene features the person looking directly forward with their hands crossed.
A black and white portrait shows an elderly person in three-quarter profile against a dark background. The individual has short hair and a thick mustache, and is wearing a pinstriped suit jacket over a light-colored turtleneck sweater. They are holding a large open book with both hands at the bottom of the frame.
Elliott Carter Concert, Center for Theatre Research
A person with a beard sits at a piano with hands positioned over the keys. They wear a patterned blazer over a turtleneck and look toward sheet music propped on a stand. A white strip of material is laid across the keyboard, and the background is dark.
A person with shoulder-length blonde hair is shown from the waist up in a black and white portrait against a dark background. They are wearing a dark short-sleeved shirt, light-colored pants, and a thin necklace while looking towards the left. A copyright watermark is positioned across the bottom of the frame.
Jacob Druckman, composer conducting Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra - Ensemble
Yvar Mikhashoff at piano, Charles Haupt in background
A person stands in front of an orchestra, holding a baton in one hand while directing a group of seated musicians. Several individuals are seen playing instruments and looking at sheet music on stands, with a grand piano positioned behind the conductor. The black and white scene includes a copyright watermark across the bottom of the frame.
Jacob Druckman, composer with Jan Williams
Two individuals are shown from the chest up against a background of dark curtains. The person on the left has light hair, a mustache, and wears large-rimmed glasses and a jacket. The person on the right has darker, wavy hair and wears a dark shirt with glasses hanging from the front. Text across the bottom reads, "Copyright by Irene Haupt."
This black and white portrait features a person in a patterned blazer and collared shirt positioned in the foreground. The person has dark, slicked-back hair and wears thick-rimmed glasses with their mouth slightly open. The background is dark and out of focus, showing another individual seated further back. A copyright watermark is visible across the bottom of the frame.
This black and white portrait features a person from the chest up against a dark background. The individual is wearing a dark jacket, a white dress shirt, and a tie with a small geometric pattern. A transparent watermark that reads "Copyright by Irene Haupt" is positioned across the lower part of the frame.
Aaron Copland, composer lecturing in June in Buffalo seminar, composers' workshop
Copland seated in pupil's desk, legs crossed
A person in formal attire, including a dark suit jacket and tie, sits in a folding desk chair with their legs crossed. In the background, a grand piano and a tall fan are visible. The black and white scene includes a watermark at the bottom reading "Copyright by Irene Haupt".
Morton Feldman, composer at piano, profile
A person sits at a piano with their hands positioned on the keys in a black and white setting. They wear glasses and a short-sleeved button-down shirt while looking down toward the instrument. An overhead lamp provides light from the top right, and a copyright watermark is visible across the middle of the frame.
John Bergamo, percussionist with Jan Williams, Timothy Moon (left), and Thomas Nanni (right)
Several people are gathered in an auditorium with tiered seating visible in the background. In the center, one person holds a large circular frame drum and tilts their head back with an open mouth. Beside them, another individual wearing a plaid shirt holds a small wooden stick used for striking the drum.
David Felder, composer with Craig Bove and Bernard Rands
Three individuals are positioned together against a dark background with vertical elements. The person on the left wears a polo shirt, the person in the middle wears glasses and a button-down shirt, and the person on the right wears a white t-shirt and a patterned cardigan. A text watermark is visible at the bottom of the frame.
A black and white portrait features two individuals standing together in patterned jackets and collared shirts. Both people wear eyeglasses and have mustaches. Behind them on the right is a poster with text and a graphic of a hand. A copyright watermark is visible across the lower center of the frame.
Lukas Foss, composer with Nils Vigeland and David Felder
This black and white scene features three individuals in an indoor space with vertical wood-paneled walls. On the left, one person wearing a light-colored sweater over a collared shirt looks toward the right. Two other individuals are seated on the right, one wearing glasses and a dark button-down shirt and another in the foreground wearing a dark turtleneck.
Charles Wuorinen, composer sitting at desk, resting chin on hand
A person with glasses and a full beard sits at a dark desk in front of a large chalkboard. The chalkboard features multiple horizontal lines used for musical notation. The person rests their chin on their hand while wearing a light-colored, short-sleeved shirt and a wristwatch. A translucent copyright watermark is visible across the upper portion of the background.
A person sits at a two-tiered organ with their hands on the keys and sheet music on the stand. They are wearing a long-sleeved shirt and a cap, viewed from a side profile. In the foreground, additional papers and a pair of eyeglasses are visible on a flat surface.
Morton Feldman, composer with Renée Levine
A black and white scene features two people sitting in front of a vertical-pleated curtain. The person on the left has dark curly hair and wears a light-colored, striped V-neck sweater. The person on the right wears glasses, a dark plaid shirt, and a textured blazer.
Virgil Thomson, composer in checkered jacket and polka-dot bow tie, facing camera
This black and white portrait shows a person with large glasses and a patterned jacket seated in an auditorium. Behind them are several rows of theater-style seating, and they hold an open book in front of them. The individual wears a light-colored shirt and a dark bow tie with white dots.
Steve Reich, composer with percussionists
Five individuals stand on a stage wearing light-colored button-down shirts and trousers. They are positioned in a line, with each person holding handheld percussion instruments. Behind the performers, musical equipment including drums and a mallet percussion instrument are visible against a backdrop of vertical curtains.
A person is shown from the waist up wearing a light-colored sweatshirt with the word "Players" on it. One hand is elevated with fingers curled, and the other hand rests near the chest. The background includes a paneled ceiling with lights, and a copyright watermark is at the bottom.
Jan Williams, percussionist with Yvar Mikhashoff examining score
Two people are seated in an auditorium with rows of upholstered chairs visible in the background. The person on the left wears glasses and a denim jacket, while the person on the right wears a plaid button-up shirt. Both individuals have mustaches and are looking at a large open book or folio held in front of them.
Paul Schmidt, actor in robe holding umbrella
A person stands on a stage in front of a line of footlights. They are wearing a long robe with a geometric hexagonal pattern and a light-colored scarf draped around their neck. The person holds an open umbrella in one hand and wears a wig decorated with flowers.
A person wearing glasses, a plaid shirt, and a jacket is seated in an armchair holding a tall glass. A black cat sits on their lap, and one hand rests on its back. The background contains a potted plant, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
Frances-Marie Uitti, violoncellist, close-up
A person with short light-colored hair and a patterned sequined top is shown from the shoulders up beside a cello. The instrument's neck, scroll, and tuning pegs are visible on the right side of the composition. This black and white portrait features a plain light background and a watermark across the center.
A person with long, light-colored hair looks toward the viewer from behind a large, reflective brass instrument. The circular bell of the instrument occupies the lower center of the frame, showing metallic reflections. The setting is indoors with blurred chairs visible in the background, and a copyright watermark is located along the bottom edge.
A person with short hair and glasses is positioned against a solid black background. They wear a light-colored, button-down shirt featuring vertical textured stripes. Both hands are raised with palms facing toward the viewer. High-contrast lighting illuminates the subject's face and shirt, casting heavy shadows.
This black and white scene shows a gathering of individuals in a room with several large, tilted white surfaces used for projections. These projections include musical notation and abstract concentric circular patterns that cast light across the darkened space. One person is seated at a keyboard on the left side while others stand in the center and background.
Larry Austin, composer standing behind large bell
A person with glasses and short facial hair stands behind a large, weathered metal bell supported by a light-colored metal frame on wheels. The bell features multiple horizontal bands and etched markings near its top portion. Other individuals and music stands are partially visible in the background on a light-colored floor.
Harriet Simons, conductor conducting University at Buffalo Choir
This black and white scene shows a large choir standing in rows on a stage. A conductor stands in the center with an arm raised, and a person plays a grand piano to the left. The backs of a seated audience are visible in the foreground facing the stage.
Yvar Mikhashoff , harpsichordist with Frances-Marie Uitti
Uitti is playing an instrument resembling the violoncello
This high-angle black and white scene shows two people performing music on a wooden stage with several instruments. On the left, a seated individual plays a string instrument featuring a circular body and a bow, while on the right, another person sits at a harpsichord and reaches toward its interior. A grand piano is situated in the background, and a microphone stand is positioned in the foreground.
University at Buffalo, Baird Hall (South Campus)
Pauline Oliveros, composer playing accordion
A person with short hair plays a Titano piano accordion in front of a brick wall. The person is dressed in dark clothing, and the accordion is positioned centrally in the frame. Side lighting creates strong highlights on the person's face and the keys of the instrument.
Frances-Marie Uitti, violoncellist performing at Albright-Knox Art Gallery
A person with short hair sits and plays a cello with a bow in a room with white walls. A large abstract painting with black lines and shapes hangs on the wall behind the musician. To the right, a sculpture stands on a pedestal next to another framed piece of art.
Jan Williams, percussionist conducting, arms closed
A person with short hair and glasses stands behind a blurred foreground, gesturing with a baton in one hand and their other hand raised. The individual is dressed in a dark jacket, light-colored shirt, and a necktie against a dark, plain background. A horizontal watermark reading "Copyright by Irene Haupt" is positioned across the center of the frame.
This black and white portrait features a person wearing thick-rimmed glasses and a light-colored sweater over a dark collared shirt. The lighting is high-contrast, illuminating the subject's hair, forehead, and nose while casting the rest of the face in deep shadow. A copyright watermark "Copyright by Irene Haupt" is positioned near the bottom edge.
A grand piano sits on a low platform in a room featuring multiple large, white, geometric fabric installations. These fabric sheets are stretched into curved, triangular shapes that intersect and surround the performance area. Abstract light patterns are projected onto both the back wall and the surfaces of the fabric. Lighting tracks with several lamps are visible on the ceiling.