New Percussion Quartet at Second Festival of the Arts
A black-and-white scene shows a percussion ensemble performing in a studio or rehearsal space. Several people are seated among a variety of percussion instruments, including drums, cymbals, and other mounted instruments, with music stands positioned in front of them. Large suspended gongs or tam-tams stand on the left side, while a snare drum is visible in the foreground. The background is dark, with stage equipment and a doorway visible behind the performers.
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Boris Kroyt, violist coaching student string quartet
Beethoven, Ludwig van, 1770-1827 -- Performances
Unidentified students are playing a Beethoven quartet -- Kroyt listening with eyes closed, violist in foreground
A black-and-white scene shows a seated person in profile with slicked-back hair, wearing a dark jacket and looking toward the right side of the frame. Another person is out of focus in the foreground on the left, partially obscuring the view. The background includes indistinct objects and furniture, with the composition emphasizing the seated person through shallow depth of field.
Mauricio Kagel, composer (his Sur scene)
Kagel is not shown -- Performance by Creative Associates -- James Mitchell leaning back on stool
A black-and-white scene shows a person seated on a stool, leaning back with one arm resting near their lap and wearing a dark long-sleeved shirt and pants. The person faces toward the right side of the frame. In the background, two other seated people are visible near a piano, with stage curtains and overhead lighting suggesting a performance or rehearsal space.
Creative Associates (State University of New York at Buffalo), Fall 1970
Creative Associates (State University of New York at Buffalo) - Ensemble
Hiller, Lejaren Arthur, 1924- - Composer
Creative Associates meeting in corner by window -- Center of the Creative and Performing Arts, 1970-1971 season
A black-and-white scene shows a group of people gathered indoors, seated on benches, chairs, and the floor in a loose circle. One person sits at a table near the center while others face toward them or each other, suggesting a group discussion or meeting. Large floor-to-ceiling windows behind the group overlook trees and an outdoor landscape. A faint watermark runs across the center of the image.
Frederick C. and Alice Slee Chamber Hall (State University of New York at Buffalo) - Building
Stage empty, lights showcasing organ -- Polaroid photograph
A color scene shows a large pipe organ mounted against a wood-paneled wall in a concert hall or recital space. The organ features multiple vertical ranks of silver pipes arranged within a wooden case, with a central console positioned below the pipes. Recessed ceiling lights illuminate the organ and the empty stage floor. The image has a white border with handwritten text at the bottom and a printed date in the lower-right corner.
Julius Eastman, composer performing on piano with Yuji Takahashi
Performing Bernard Rands' Espressione IV (1964) -- Yuji Takahashi is holding the piano music stand
A black-and-white scene shows two people seated at separate grand pianos positioned facing one another on a stage. The person on the left leans forward with both hands resting on the raised lid of the piano, while the person on the right sits at the keyboard of the second piano. Large draped curtains hang behind the performers, and a watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
David Gibson holding violoncello onstage with Creative Associates
Dennis Kahle is partially hidden -- Evenings for New Music performance of Andrew Stiller's Magnification (1974)
A black-and-white scene shows three people standing beside string instruments in a recording or rehearsal space. Two people hold bowed string instruments while another stands between them, with music stands positioned in front. Microphone stands, chairs, and additional equipment are visible around the group, and the background includes acoustic wall panels and studio furnishings.
A black-and-white scene shows a group of people gathered indoors, seated on benches and the floor in front of large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking trees and an outdoor landscape. Several people face one another while talking, and one person on the far right looks down at an open booklet or papers. The room is bright with natural light, and a faint watermark runs across the center of the image.
A black-and-white scene shows a close-up portrait of a person with neatly combed hair, wearing dark-framed glasses, a dark coat, and a thick scarf over a light-colored collared shirt. The person is turned slightly to the right with their mouth slightly open. The background is softly out of focus, with indistinct architectural elements visible.
Eberhard Blum in background -- Six unidentified men also present
A black-and-white scene shows several people gathered inside a gallery or exhibition space with high ceilings, large windows, and a white wooden installation in the foreground. Some people stand while others sit on the floor, facing toward a person standing on the right beside music stands and chairs. Speakers and other equipment are positioned around the room, and reflections of additional people are visible in the window glass.
Girl in bright-colored dress seated at piano, older violinist in suit, standing (both musicians are unidentified)
A tinted historical scene shows a person standing and playing the violin beside a piano while another person sits at the keyboard, reading from open sheet music on the music stand. The seated person wears a light-colored dress and sits on a wooden chair, while the standing violinist wears a suit and faces toward the piano. The room contains wood-paneled furnishings and cabinets, with a plain wall in the background.
Lukas Foss, composer/conductor conducting rehearsal with singers
Lukas Foss with arms raised, profile -- Unidentified musicians in background
A black-and-white scene shows a conductor standing with one arm raised and the other extended while directing performers during a rehearsal. A grand piano occupies the foreground, where another person stands holding sheet music and looking toward the conductor. A seated pianist is visible in the background, and a watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
A black-and-white scene shows a group of people gathered indoors, seated on benches and the floor in a loose circle in front of large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking trees. Several people face toward the center of the group while talking or listening, with some seated cross-legged on the floor and others on a bench. The room is brightly lit by natural light, and a faint watermark runs across the center of the image.
Mark Sokol, violinist rehearsing with Creative Associates
Evenings for New Music rehearsal -- George Ritscher setting up microphone in foreground
A black-and-white scene shows a rehearsal space with several seated musicians reading from music stands while one person plays a bowed string instrument. In the foreground, another person stands holding a portable recording device or microphone toward the performers. Reel-to-reel tape recorders and other audio equipment are arranged on tables at the front of the room, with large draped curtains and clothing racks visible in the background. A watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Henri Pousseur, composer with Michel Butor and Creative Associates
Michel Butor is shaking hands with Miriam Abramowitsch
A black-and-white scene shows several people standing on a stage in formal attire. Two people are shaking hands near microphones and a music stand while others stand nearby watching. Stage curtains hang in the background, and musical equipment, including microphone stands and cables, is visible. A watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Concord String Quartet, in concert attire -- Mark Sokol, violin
A black-and-white studio portrait shows four people dressed in tuxedos posed against a plain backdrop. Two people are seated in the foreground, one person stands between them with one foot resting on a support, and another taller person stands behind them. The group faces the camera in a formal arrangement, and a narrow printed credit appears along the right edge of the image.
A black-and-white studio portrait shows four seated musicians performing as a string quartet against a dark backdrop. Two people play violins on the left, one person plays a viola on the right, and one person plays a cello in the center. All are dressed in formal concert attire and seated on simple wooden chairs. Printed text along the bottom identifies the ensemble as the Sequoia String Quartet, lists the musicians and their instruments, and includes a management company logo and contact information.
Jon Hassell, composer with installation piece
Jon Hassell with Margaret Krimsky Hassell standing at table with electronic equipment in hallway of art gallery
A black-and-white scene shows two people standing on opposite sides of a rectangular tabletop electronic device mounted on a clear stand. Both are reaching toward the surface with their hands while looking down at it. The room resembles an art gallery, with large abstract artworks displayed on the walls and a bright, open interior extending into the background.
Morton Subotnick, composer conducting with Yuji Takahashi in foreground at piano
A black-and-white scene shows a pianist seated at a grand piano on the left side of the frame while another person stands behind the piano with one arm raised in a conducting gesture. The grand piano occupies much of the foreground, partially obscuring the conductor. Large draped curtains hang in the background, and a watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Barbara Harbach, organist/harpsichordist
A black-and-white scene shows a person standing behind a small keyboard instrument with rows of visible keys in the foreground. The person wears a dark jacket over a high-collared, ruffled blouse and looks downward toward the instrument. The image is closely cropped, showing only the upper body and part of the instrument, with the background softly out of focus.
A black-and-white scene shows a group of people gathered indoors, seated on benches and the floor in front of large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking trees and nearby buildings. Several people are looking toward one another while talking, and one person holds an open booklet while another sits on the floor writing or drawing on a large sheet of paper. The room is brightly lit by natural light, and a watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Julius Eastman, composer/vocalist, rehearsing Peter Maxwell Davies' Eight Songs for a Mad King
Davies, Peter Maxwell, 1934- -- Performances
Julius Eastman in chair, view from stage floor -- Creative Associates in background
A black-and-white scene shows a person seated in an upholstered chair on a stage, leaning forward with one hand raised while speaking. In the background, one seated person holds a woodwind instrument, another sits beside a cello, and part of a grand piano is visible on the left. Large draped curtains hang behind the performers, and a watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Robert Ashley, Walter Gajewski, and Linda Cummiskey, musicians on stage
A black-and-white scene shows three people spread across a stage in front of a large curtain. One person sits on the left adjusting a cable near the floor, another walks across the center of the stage, and a third sits at a table on the right operating electronic audio equipment. A large speaker cabinet stands near the center, with cables running across the stage floor. A few audience members are partially visible at the bottom edge of the image.
University at Buffalo Symphony - Ensemble
Peltz conducting University at Buffalo Symphony (then known as University at Buffalo Civic Symphony)
A black-and-white scene shows several seated musicians performing on a concert hall stage with music stands arranged in front of them. String instruments, including cellos and a double bass, are visible among the performers. A large pipe organ with multiple vertical ranks of pipes fills the background behind the ensemble, and the stage is lit from above.
George Crumb, composer with Buell Neidlinger
George Crumb and Buell Neidlinger looking at score
A black-and-white scene shows two people standing side by side, looking closely at a large sheet of paper held open in front of them. One person supports the document with both hands, while the other holds a cigarette near their face as smoke rises above their head. Both wear glasses and jackets, and frosted glass panels form the background. Partial views of other people appear at the bottom and right edges of the frame.
Lejaren Arthur Hiller, composer meeting with Creative Associates (contact sheet)
Creative Associates include Robert Dick, Nora Post, Jan Williams, Joelle Leandre, Petr Kotík, and Renee Levine
A black-and-white contact sheet displays numerous photographic negatives arranged in rows, each showing different moments from rehearsals, performances, and group gatherings. Several frames depict seated musicians reading from music stands and playing instruments, while others show people standing or sitting together in discussion. Some frames include percussion instruments, a large gong, and stage curtains, while others take place in a bright room with large windows. Film sprocket holes, frame numbers, and Kodak film markings are visible around the edges of the contact sheet.
A black-and-white studio portrait shows a person facing the camera with a slight smile. The person wears dark-framed glasses, a suit jacket, a collared shirt, and a patterned tie. The image is closely cropped to the head and shoulders, with a plain, softly graduated background.
Judith Lynn Martin, composer demonstrating electronic equipment outdoors
A black-and-white scene shows several people gathered around a synthesizer or electronic keyboard beneath a glass-roofed structure. One person leans over the instrument, adjusting knobs and controls, while others watch closely. The synthesizer has a piano-style keyboard and a control panel with numerous switches and dials. A faint copyright watermark appears across the center of the image.
Lukas Foss, composer/conductor rehearsing Stravinsky's L'histoire du soldat
A black-and-white scene shows four people seated around a table with tabletop microphones positioned in front of them. One person stands behind the group, leaning forward to look at a document held by another seated person. Papers, eyeglasses, and a small recording device are scattered across the table. A faint copyright watermark appears across the center of the image.
A black-and-white studio portrait shows a person wearing dark-framed glasses, a suit jacket, a collared shirt, and a dark tie. The image is closely cropped to the head and shoulders, with the person facing slightly to the left and a plain, softly blurred background.
Lukas Foss, composer/conductor standing onstage at Second Festival of the Arts
A black-and-white scene shows a conductor standing at the front of a stage with hands behind their back, facing slightly upward. Behind and beside the conductor are percussion instruments, including timpani, a vibraphone or similar mallet instrument, and other mounted percussion. Several musicians stand or sit nearby, with large draped curtains forming the backdrop. A watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra rehearsing
Music-halls -- New York (State) -- Buffalo
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra - Ensemble
Julius Rudel conducting -- View from empty organ loft
A black-and-white scene shows an orchestra seated in a semicircle on the stage of a large auditorium during a rehearsal. A conductor stands at the center with one arm raised while musicians play string instruments and read from music stands arranged throughout the ensemble. Rows of empty audience seating fill the background, with a few people standing or seated in different areas of the hall.
Frederick C. and Alice Slee Chamber Hall (State University of New York at Buffalo)
Creative Associates include Robert Dick, Nora Post, Jan Williams, Joelle Leandre, John Tilbury, and Renee Levine
A black-and-white contact sheet displays numerous photographic negatives arranged in rows, documenting a variety of rehearsal, performance, and meeting scenes. Several frames show people gathered in discussion near large windows, while others depict musicians rehearsing with music stands, percussion instruments, a gong, piano, and string instruments. Additional frames capture individuals posing, interacting in open gallery spaces, and close views of a double bass. Film sprocket holes, frame numbers, and Kodak Safety Film markings are visible around the edges, with a single separate film frame mounted near the bottom of the sheet.
Performance of Lejaren Hiller's Avalanche for pitchman, prima donna, player piano, percussionist, and pre-recorded playback)
Hiller, Lejaren Arthur, 1924- -- Performances
Hiller is not shown -- Joseph Glosson on stage with American flag around his neck
A black-and-white scene shows a person in a theatrical costume striking a dynamic pose on a stage while draped in a star-patterned cloth. Behind the performer is a decorated display covered with fabric, posters, and objects, including busts arranged on top. Stage curtains form the background, and a watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Alexander Schneider, violinist coaching student double bassists
Students are unidentified -- Alexander Schneider pointing towards music
A black-and-white scene shows a conductor wearing glasses and a dark jacket, gesturing with one arm while looking toward musicians outside the frame. An open score rests on a music stand in the foreground, and part of a string instrument is visible at the right edge of the image. The composition is closely cropped, focusing on the conductor during a rehearsal.
Sapp, holding his glasses, hands clasped -- Negative of MD07-017
A black-and-white studio portrait shows a person wearing a suit jacket, collared shirt, and tie, facing the camera with a slight smile. The person holds a pair of eyeglasses with both hands resting near their chin. The image is closely framed against a plain background, and a handwritten signature and date are visible along the bottom border.
Evenings for New Music performance -- John Cage seated at piano
A black-and-white scene shows a concert performance on a stage with a pianist seated at a grand piano on the left and a conductor standing near the center facing a group of percussionists. Several performers stand behind timpani, vibraphone, chimes, and other percussion instruments, while another person on the far right raises a trumpet to play. Large draped curtains hang behind the ensemble, stage lighting illuminates the performers, and audience members are visible along the bottom edge of the image. A watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Creative Associates (State University of New York at Buffalo), Fall 1977
Creative Associates in front of pine tree -- Center of the Creative and Performing Arts, 1977-1978 season
A black-and-white scene shows eight people standing side by side outdoors in front of a large evergreen tree. The group wears a mix of jackets, sweaters, collared shirts, and trousers, with several people crossing their arms or resting their hands in their pockets. Trees and open sky are visible in the background, and the photograph is framed as a casual group portrait.
Reverse reads: SUNY Buffalo model -- Cardboard dummy in organ loft
A color scene shows a large pipe organ installed against a wood-paneled wall in a concert hall or recital space. Multiple vertical ranks of silver pipes are arranged within a wooden case, with the organ console positioned on a balcony-like platform at the center. A person stands at the console, providing a sense of scale. The foreground shows the empty stage floor, and recessed ceiling lights illuminate the organ.
Charles Joseph, violinist in playing position
A black-and-white scene shows a close-up of a person holding a violin beneath their chin while playing. The person's face is turned slightly downward with eyes focused below, and the violin, chin rest, and bow are partially visible near the bottom of the frame. The image is tightly cropped, emphasizing the musician's face and instrument against a softly blurred background.
Joseph Kubera, pianist with fire extinguisher crouching near piano
A black-and-white scene shows a person crouching on the floor beside a grand piano, adjusting or examining a tall cylindrical metal object positioned upright next to the instrument. The grand piano occupies the left side of the frame, with its legs and casters visible. The person wears a light-colored long-sleeved shirt, jeans, and boots, and the stage floor beneath them is visible with part of the piano's support structure and cables in the background.
Students not visible -- Alexander Schneider holding bow behind music stand
A black-and-white scene shows a conductor wearing glasses, a dark jacket, and a dark buttoned shirt, holding an open musical score in the foreground. The conductor faces forward with a focused expression while looking slightly past the camera. The background is plain, with a few vertical lines and blurred objects suggesting a rehearsal space.
Performance of Lejaren Hiller's Three rituals for two percussionists and lights
Hiller is not shown -- Jan Williams in background and Howard Zwickler in foreground, both performing in suits and helmets
A black-and-white scene shows a person wearing protective clothing and a helmet with a clear face shield standing at a pair of timpani, reading from a music stand while holding mallets. In the background, two other people in similar protective clothing stand near equipment in front of a large decorative frame containing an octagonal opening. The setting appears to be a stage or large performance space with percussion instruments and equipment arranged throughout.
Hiller is not shown, only Jan Williams is shown
A black-and-white scene shows a person wearing protective clothing and a helmet with a clear face shield standing beside a table holding electronic equipment and other devices. A music stand with open sheet music is positioned in front of the person, and additional equipment is arranged around the table. The background includes a large open performance space with a projection screen or wall, a column, and stage furnishings.
Henri Pousseur, composer conducting Creative Associates
Performance of Mel Powell's Prayer settings
A black-and-white scene shows a conductor standing at the center of a chamber orchestra, holding an open score while directing the ensemble. Seated string players, including violinists and a cellist, perform from music stands arranged around the conductor. Another seated person at the left raises one hand, and percussion instruments are partially visible at the edge of the stage. Large draped curtains form the backdrop, and a watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
A black-and-white scene shows a person wearing protective clothing and a helmet with a clear face shield standing at a pair of timpani, holding mallets while reading from a music stand. Two other people in similar protective clothing stand farther back near equipment, with a large octagonal shape visible in the background. The setting appears to be a stage or large performance space with percussion instruments and equipment arranged throughout.
Creative Associates (State University of New York at Buffalo) (contact sheet), 1974
Creative Associates outside performance hall -- Center of the Creative and Performing Arts
A black-and-white close-up of a contact sheet shows two adjacent film frames containing a group of people standing outdoors. The group faces the camera, with buildings and large windows visible in the background. Film borders, frame numbers, directional arrows, and Kodak Safety Film markings are visible around the images, and a faint watermark runs across the center.
Unidentified chamber ensemble present (woodwinds and two other harpsichords) -- Elevated view
A black-and-white scene shows a conductor standing on a podium and directing a small ensemble seated on a concert hall stage. The musicians perform from music stands, with keyboard instruments positioned in the foreground and center of the ensemble. A grand piano and an upright piano stand at the back of the stage against a wood-paneled wall. Audience members are visible along the left side, and potted plants decorate the front edge of the stage.
Lukas Foss, composer/conductor with Lejaren Hiller
A black-and-white scene shows two people beside a grand piano in a rehearsal or performance space. One person sits on the piano bench, smiling and facing the standing person, who holds several sheets of paper while leaning against the piano. Draped curtains hang behind them, and the piano occupies the center of the composition. A watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Earle Brown, composer conducting ensemble onstage
Evenings for New Music rehearsal: Earle Brown's Syntagm III (1970) -- View from stage right
A black-and-white scene shows a chamber ensemble seated on a stage, performing from music stands arranged in a semicircle. A large harp occupies the right foreground, partially framing the musicians, while string players and other performers are visible beyond it. Stage curtains and architectural columns appear in the background, with the composition emphasizing the harp alongside the ensemble.
A black-and-white scene shows a person seated indoors in a chair, wearing a light-colored button-up shirt and light trousers. The person looks toward the left side of the frame with one arm resting on the chair and the other on a nearby table. A table lamp with a floral-patterned ceramic base sits beside the person, while bookshelves and other furnishings are visible in the background.
James Pyne, clarinetist holding instrument
A black-and-white scene shows a person with a beard and glasses smiling toward the camera while holding a clarinet upright. The person wears a striped dress shirt and a patterned tie. A chalkboard with printed music staff lines fills the background on the right, while a painted cinder block wall is visible on the left.
Evenings for New Music performance: Luciano Berio's Circles (1960)
A black-and-white scene shows a person standing on a stage wearing a sleeveless dark dress, with their head tilted upward and hands held behind their back. Music stands surround the performer, and percussion instruments are partially visible on the right side of the frame. Large draped curtains form the backdrop, with stage equipment visible around the performance area. A watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Mischa Schneider, violoncellist working with students
Schneider, Mischa, 1903-1985 - Violoncello
Six unidentified violoncello students seated in semi-circle, Mischa Schneider in center
A black-and-white scene shows several cellists seated in a rehearsal room with their instruments and music stands arranged in a semicircle. A seated instructor wearing glasses faces the musicians from the center, appearing to speak with them while they look in their direction. Additional chairs, music stands, and instrument cases are visible in the room, with glass partitions and a doorway in the background.
Creative Associates (State University of New York at Buffalo), 1974
Creative Associates outside performance hall, marquee reads, Evenings for New Music 8:00 -- Center of the Creative and Performing Arts
A black-and-white scene shows a group of people standing together outdoors in front of a large modern building with glass windows and multiple entrance doors. A banner across the building reads "EVENINGS FOR NEW MUSIC 8:00." The group faces the camera, wearing coats, sweaters, jackets, and glasses, while trees and the building's façade form the background. A faint copyright watermark runs across the center of the image.
Stuart Dempster performing Berio's Sequenza V for Trombone Solo (1966) at Evenings for New Music
A black-and-white scene shows a person seated on a chair while playing a trombone on a stage. The performer wears formal concert attire and glasses, holding the trombone with the slide extended forward. Large draped curtains fill the background, and the stage lighting casts a distinct shadow of the performer and instrument onto the curtain behind them. A watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Paul Zonn, clarinetist with Robert Martin, violoncello and Ed Burnham, percussion
A black-and-white scene shows a person seated on a chair playing a clarinet while reading from a music stand. Behind the clarinetist, other musicians, including a cellist, are seated with their instruments as part of a chamber ensemble. The performers wear formal concert attire, and the stage background is plain. A watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Joan La Barbara, composer singing with Creative Associates
Evenings for New Music rehearsal: Joan La Barbara's Ideas of March no. 5
A black-and-white scene shows three performers on a stage during a rehearsal or performance. Two people stand at separate microphones in the foreground, while another person sits at a table or electronic instrument on the left. Music stands, microphone stands, cables, and percussion instruments are arranged around the stage. Large draped curtains hang in the background, and the performers wear casual clothing.
Lewiston (N.Y.) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
Oliveros, Pauline, 1932- -- Performances
Creative Associates (State University of New York at Buffalo) -
Creative Associates with composer Pauline Oliveros, performance of Crow
A black-and-white scene shows a large circular outdoor amphitheater or landscaped performance space with concentric stepped seating surrounding a flat central area. Small groups of people are seated or standing around the perimeter and within the central space. Rectangular flower planters occupy the foreground, while a densely wooded hillside rises behind the amphitheater with a tall monument visible in the distance.
Lukas Foss, composer/conductor seated at piano at Second Festival of the Arts
A black-and-white scene shows a person seated at a grand piano, viewed in profile while playing the keyboard. The performer wears a dark suit and looks toward the music stand or keys. A large gong and other percussion instruments are visible behind the piano, with stage curtains in the background. A watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Klaus von Wrochem, composer, his St?cke (1966)
Roqué Alsina, Carlos, 1941- - Percussion
Evenings for New Music rehearsal -- Wrochem on stage playing violin with other Creative Associates -- Everyone is standing, facing camera
A black-and-white scene shows a group of performers standing across a stage with a variety of musical instruments, including violins, a cello, percussion instruments, timpani, and a double bass. Several people hold instruments or stand behind music stands, while one person near the center-right holds a large sheet of paper and appears to address the group. Large draped curtains hang behind the ensemble, stage lighting illuminates the performers, and a watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Gwendolin Warren Sims, vocalist performing with Barbara Conrad and Laurence Bogue
Warren, Gwendolin Sims - Voice (Soprano)
Conrad, Barbara, 1945- - Voice (Soprano)
Evenings for New Music performance: Gy÷rgy Ligeti's Nouvelles aventures (1962-65)
A black-and-white scene shows three vocal performers standing side by side behind music stands on a stage. Two people wear long dark dresses, while the third wears a suit and tie. All three appear to be singing while looking toward the music stands in front of them. Large draped curtains form the backdrop, and part of a keyboard instrument is visible at the right edge of the frame. A watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
A black-and-white scene shows a close-up of a person wearing a dark beret, round glasses, and a zippered jacket, standing outdoors and turned slightly toward the camera with a smile. The image is closely cropped so that only part of the person's face and upper body is visible. Trees, shrubs, and a grassy area fill the background, with part of a parked vehicle visible at the right edge of the frame.
Lukas Foss, composer/conductor, performance of his M.A.P. (Musicians at Play) by Creative Associates
Lukas Foss not shown -- Jan Williams' back towards camera
A black-and-white scene shows several musicians in a rehearsal space with percussion instruments and music stands. One person stands at the center playing a trombone, while another stands behind a double bass and others stand nearby observing or waiting. A vibraphone occupies the foreground, with timpani partially visible at the left edge. The background is dark, with stage lighting and additional equipment visible.
A black-and-white scene shows a person seated at a grand piano with both hands resting on the keyboard, turning to look toward the camera. The person wears glasses and a dark long-sleeved shirt. Large draped curtains hang behind the piano, and part of the instrument fills the right side of the frame. A faint watermark reading "Copyright Jim Tuttle" appears across the center of the image.
Orford String Quartet: Andrew Dawes, Kenneth Perkins, violins
A black-and-white studio portrait shows four musicians standing side by side against a plain white background. Three people hold violins or violas, while the person on the far right holds a cello. All wear formal concert attire and face the camera, with several smiling. The image is cleanly composed with the group centered against the uncluttered backdrop.
Allen Sapp, composer at award ceremony with other Buffalo musicians
Rockefeller, Nelson A. (Nelson Aldrich), 1908-1979 - Governor
Reverse reads: The Center of the Creative and Performing Arts receives the 1971 New York State Award for outstanding artistic contribution to the State at Metropolitan Museum of Art
A black-and-white scene shows several people standing together indoors near a podium with a microphone. Two people hold certificates while others converse or exchange a document near the podium. One person in the foreground smiles toward the camera while holding papers. Decorative wrought-iron railings and arched architectural details are visible in the background, suggesting a formal public building or ceremonial venue.
Charles Haupt wearing light-colored suit
A black-and-white studio portrait shows a person facing the camera with a neutral expression. The person wears a light-colored suit jacket, a collared shirt, and a dark tie. The image is closely cropped to the head and shoulders, with a softly blurred background that keeps the focus on the subject.
University at Buffalo Wind Ensemble - Ensemble
Peltz conducting University at Buffalo Wind Ensemble -- Photograph taken from Peltz's left
A black-and-white scene shows a conductor standing at the front of an ensemble with both arms raised while leading a rehearsal. Several seated musicians face the conductor with music stands and sheet music in front of them, including one person in the foreground viewed from behind. Wood-paneled walls, chairs, microphones, and percussion equipment are visible in the rehearsal space.
Nora Post, oboist outdoors with Creative Associates
A black-and-white contact sheet displays multiple frames of film negatives arranged in rows. The frames include outdoor scenes with trees, a sailboat on the water, and several views of a large tree, along with a close-up portrait of a smiling person in the final frame. Film borders with frame numbers and markings are visible around each image.
Jan Williams, percussionist striking a gong
A black-and-white scene shows a percussion rehearsal area with several instruments arranged in a room. In the foreground are a vibraphone and a music stand, while timpani and multiple suspended gongs are positioned behind them. A person stands beside one of the large gongs with an arm extended toward it, appearing to adjust or handle the instrument. Folding acoustic panels line the back of the space.
A black-and-white scene shows a person seated while holding a percussion mallet over a drum or practice surface. The person is wearing a sweater over a collared shirt and tie and is looking downward toward the instrument. Another mallet rests on the drum, and part of another music stand or object is visible at the edge of the frame. The image is tightly cropped around the upper body and percussion setup.
Garrett List, trombonist conducting Creative Associates, Fall 1975
A black-and-white scene shows a stage set up for a percussion ensemble performance or rehearsal. Several music stands are arranged across the stage alongside percussion instruments, including keyboard percussion and other equipment. Large draped curtains hang across the back of the stage, and a few seated and standing performers are visible among the instruments. A handrail and steps appear at the left edge of the stage.
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra performing (1981)
Julius Rudel conducting -- View from back of hall
A black-and-white scene shows a full orchestra seated on a concert hall stage with a conductor standing at the front. String, wind, brass, and percussion sections are arranged across the stage, with additional performers seated on a raised platform at the back. Audience members are visible in the foreground, and the hall features tall wood-paneled walls and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.
Robert Donington, musicologist seated with bass viola da gamba and his wife, musicologist Gloria Rose at the harpsichord
A black-and-white scene shows two people seated indoors in a music room. One person sits beside a cello while the other sits near a piano with open sheet music on its stand. Both are facing each other and smiling. Decorative wall fixtures and a candle holder are visible in the background.
A black-and-white scene shows a group of people gathered outdoors in front of a modern building with large windows and balconies. The group is arranged in several rows, with some people standing close together and looking toward the camera. Trees and landscaping are visible around the building, and handwritten markings appear along the lower edge of the printed photograph.
Earle Brown, composer conducting ensembldonstage
Evenings for New Music rehearsal: Earle Brown's Syntagm III (1970) -- View from stage left
A black-and-white scene shows a small ensemble rehearsing on a stage with several music stands arranged in a semicircle. Two grand pianos are positioned on the left, while percussion instruments and a double bass are visible toward the back. Several seated musicians face inward with their instruments and sheet music, and large curtains hang across the rear of the stage.
Slee Hall organ, Op. 95, C.B. Fisk pipe shop
Reverse reads: Michael Kraft looking for reed brass
A color scene shows a person seated at a wooden workbench in a workshop or studio, smiling toward the camera. The workbench holds hand tools, wood pieces, and other materials, while shelves above contain books, containers, and supplies. A window is visible in the background, and a clamp is attached to the front edge of the bench.
Leo Smit, composer on stage with Creative Associates
A black-and-white scene shows two people standing at the front of a stage, with one positioned near a microphone stand. Behind them, several seated musicians are arranged with music stands and instruments, including percussion equipment. Large draped curtains form the backdrop, and audience members are partially visible at the bottom edge of the frame.
Taken from organ loft, piano on stage, approximately 15 audience members visible
A black-and-white scene shows a large auditorium viewed from the stage toward rows of tiered audience seating. A grand piano is partially visible in the foreground at the left edge of the stage. Tall windows line one side of the room, and a few people are scattered among the seats. The space features a high ceiling with a grid of recessed panels.
Stuart Granville Fox, guitarist playing clarinet
A black-and-white scene shows a person seated while playing a clarinet. The person wears a collared shirt and is holding the instrument with both hands. Part of a large string instrument is visible behind them, along with another partially visible person, suggesting an ensemble or rehearsal setting. The image is closely cropped around the upper body and instrument.
S.E.M. Ensemble, seated at edge of stage
S.E.M. Ensemble: Julius Eastman, Roberto Laneri, Jan Williams, and Petr Kot?k
A black-and-white scene shows four people seated side by side indoors, facing the camera. Several hold percussion mallets across their laps. Behind them are percussion instruments, music stands, and large draped curtains, indicating a rehearsal or performance space. A faint watermark is visible across the center of the image.
A black-and-white scene shows a person seated indoors wearing glasses, a suit jacket, a collared shirt, and a tie. The person faces the camera with their hands resting in their lap. A large suspended gong and part of its frame are visible behind them, along with windows and other objects in the room, suggesting a music or rehearsal space.
A black-and-white scene shows a person wearing glasses, a collared shirt, and a tie while playing a violin. The person holds the violin under their chin and draws the bow across the strings while looking toward sheet music on a stand. Part of another music stand and instrument are visible at the edges of the frame, suggesting a rehearsal or ensemble setting.
Caption reads, Richard Dufallo, Associate Conductor, Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
A black-and-white close-up portrait shows a person with neatly combed hair looking toward the right side of the frame. The face is shown in three-quarter profile with a neutral expression. The background is plain and out of focus, keeping attention on the person's face.
Henri Pousseur, composer standing with other musicians
A black-and-white scene shows three people standing side by side indoors, facing the camera. Two people are wearing sleeveless dresses, and the person in the center is wearing a suit and tie. A faint watermark runs across the middle of the image, and a dark background with a vertical structural element is visible behind the group.
A black-and-white scene shows a large outdoor audience seated on a grassy hillside overlooking an amphitheater. A stage beneath a long, angular roof is filled with performers, while spectators are spread across the lawn in the foreground. A body of water and distant shoreline are visible to the left of the venue, placing the performance in a waterfront setting.
Morton Feldman, composer seated at piano with David Del Tredici standing
A black-and-white scene shows two people beside a piano in a music room. One person sits at the piano holding a cigarette and looking toward the camera, while the other stands beside the instrument with one hand resting on it. A large speaker, stacked items, and a concrete wall are visible in the background, suggesting a rehearsal or recording space.
A black-and-white scene shows a conductor standing at the front of a stage facing a percussion ensemble. Several musicians are positioned behind music stands, surrounded by percussion instruments including a large gong, drums, keyboard percussion, and amplifiers. Microphone stands and tables with equipment are arranged across the performance area. A faint watermark is visible across the center of the image.
A black-and-white close-up shows a person with light-colored hair styled in an updo with a large flower tucked near one side. The person is resting their chin on one hand and looking toward the left side of the frame. A beaded or embellished neckline is visible, and the edge of a piano appears along the bottom of the image.
University at Buffalo North Campus buildings: Baird, Clemens, and Slee Hall
Buffalo (N.Y,) -- Buildings, structures, etc.
Frank B. and Cameron Baird Music Hall (State University of New York at Buffalo) - Building
Samuel Clemens Hall (State University of New York at Buffalo) - Building
Includes view of Baird and Slee Hall, Clemens Hall visible in distance
A black-and-white scene shows a large modern building complex with multiple connected structures of varying heights. A roadway with several parked and moving cars runs in front of the buildings, with sidewalks and landscaped areas surrounding the site. A curved grassy area occupies the foreground, and the sky is mostly clear above the complex.
Jay Humeston, violoncellist with Buell Neidlinger and unidentified violinist performing
A black-and-white scene shows a small ensemble performing on a stage. A grand piano is positioned on the left, with a seated cellist in the center and a standing double bassist on the right. Music stands are placed in front of the performers, and a wall of large rectangular acoustic panels forms the background. The image is slightly grainy and viewed from a distance.
Lejaren Arthur Hiller, composer conducting Creative Associates (contact sheet)
Creative Associates include Robert Dick, Nora Post, Jan Williams, and Joelle Leandre
A black-and-white contact sheet displays multiple rows of film negative frames arranged in a grid. The frames depict musicians performing and rehearsing on a stage with music stands, chairs, and instruments from various angles. Film borders with frame numbers and markings are visible between the rows, and some frames are partially cropped or blurred, reflecting the sequence of exposures.
Livingston Gearhart, composer at piano in class
Livingston Gearhart playing piano, looking off to side -- 3 unidentified musicians present
A black-and-white scene shows a rehearsal in a music classroom or studio. A person sits at a grand piano with open sheet music on the music rack and looks toward others seated nearby. Two additional people are visible in the foreground and left side of the frame, facing the pianist. A chalkboard with musical notation written across it fills the background.
Muriel Herbert Wolf, vocalist working with a student
Enlarged version of MD08-066, student not visible
A black-and-white scene shows a person wearing glasses and a plaid shirt standing indoors beside a microphone. The person is smiling and looking to the side while resting one arm on a nearby surface. Large windows behind the person reveal trees, a lawn, and parked cars outside, suggesting a rehearsal or classroom setting.
A black-and-white scene shows a stage set up for a percussion performance. A person stands at a keyboard percussion instrument on the right side of the stage, while timpani, additional percussion instruments, a suspended gong, and amplifiers are arranged nearby. A large projection screen and stage curtains are visible in the background, and part of another percussion setup appears at the left edge of the frame.
Hiller not shown -- Jan Williams and Howard Zwickler on opposite sides of room
Hiller not shown -- Jan Williams in foreground, Howard Zwickler in background
A black-and-white scene shows a person wearing a hard hat and light-colored clothing standing beside a set of timpani on a stage. Additional percussion instruments, including a snare drum and cymbals, are arranged nearby, and another person wearing a hard hat is visible farther back in the background. The stage is set up for a percussion performance or rehearsal with equipment positioned throughout the space.
A color scene shows a person operating a handheld router on the edge of a large wooden workbench. The workbench is supported by heavy wooden legs, and additional woodworking tools, lumber, and equipment are visible throughout the workshop. A chalkboard and shelves with materials appear in the background, indicating a woodworking or fabrication space.
Klaus von Wrochem, composer standing with harp
A black-and-white scene shows a person standing beside a harp positioned near a tall window. The person is holding or adjusting the instrument while facing the camera. A ladder leans against the wall to the left, and additional harps or tall stringed instruments are lined up along the window. A faint copyright watermark is visible across the center of the image.