Richard Dufallo, conductor with Creative Associates (rehearsal)
Evenings for New Music rehearsal: Stefan Wolpe's Piece for Two Instrumental Units (1962) -- View from behind Shaul Ben Meir
A black-and-white scene shows a chamber ensemble rehearsing in a spacious room with tall draped curtains along the walls. A conductor stands near the center-right, facing the seated musicians and gesturing while holding a baton or score. The ensemble includes a pianist at a grand piano, woodwind players, string players, and a double bassist at the far right, with music stands arranged in front of them. Instrument cases and chairs are scattered around the room. A large copyright watermark spans the center of the image.
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Mischa Schneider, violoncellist working with students
Schneider, Mischa, 1903-1985 - Violoncello
Two female violoncello students are unidentified
A black-and-white scene shows three people in a music classroom during a cello lesson. On the left, an instructor holds a cello upright and appears to be speaking or demonstrating while looking toward a music stand. Two students sit to the right with their own cellos, watching the instructor; one has a bow positioned across the strings. Chairs and desks are visible in the background against a cinderblock wall, indicating a classroom or rehearsal space.
Creative Associates (State University of New York at Buffalo)
Creative Associates (State University of New York at Buffalo) - Ensemble
Photomontage of Creative Associates, caption in center reads, Who are these people?
A black-and-white display board features a collage of photographs arranged around a large central poster. The poster reads “WHO ARE THESE PEOPLE?” with “U/B Creative Associates” beneath it. The surrounding photographs show people in a variety of settings, including performances, rehearsals, conversations, teaching, music-making, and group activities. Near the bottom center is a sign reading “Center of the Creative and Performing Arts,” and the lower right corner includes the text “presented by the U/B Office of Cultural Affairs.” A copyright watermark extends across the middle of the collage.
Edmond Strainchamps, faculty member teaching music theory
Piano in foreground, chalkboard in background
A black-and-white scene shows a person standing behind a Steinway & Sons grand piano in what appears to be a classroom or lecture space. The person is gesturing with one hand while speaking. Behind them, a large chalkboard is filled with musical staff lines, handwritten notes, chords, and other music theory markings. An open book or binder rests on top of the piano, and the focus of the scene is the person presenting in front of the music-filled chalkboard.
A black-and-white close-up portrait shows a person smiling while looking toward the camera. The person has shoulder-length, light-colored hair styled with volume and is wearing an off-the-shoulder patterned garment. The face fills most of the frame, with the eyes and smile in sharp focus. The background is softly blurred, drawing attention to the subject.
Jan Williams, percussionist with Creative Associates
Musicians are looking up at camera, photograph taken from elevated position
A black-and-white scene shows a group of people gathered in a large rehearsal room filled with percussion instruments and keyboards. The view is from above, looking down on musicians seated or standing at marimbas, vibraphones, timpani, hand drums, and other percussion setups arranged around the room. Several music stands, microphones, cables, and chairs are scattered throughout the space. Most of the people are looking up toward the camera. A large copyright watermark stretches across the center of the image.
Slee Hall organ, Op. 95, C.B. Fisk pipe shop
Reverse reads: Sw 4' harmonic flute (non-harm has feet)
A color scene shows a collection of organ pipes laid side by side on a wooden workbench. The pipes are arranged by length, from longest on the left to shortest on the right, with white bodies and tapered gray metal ends pointing toward the front edge of the table. Several of the metal ends are marked with handwritten letters or numbers. The workbench sits in a workshop or storage area, with a dark floor and cardboard boxes partially visible underneath and beside the table.
Performance of Lejaren Hiller's Three rituals for two percussionists and lights
Hiller, Lejaren Arthur, 1924- -- Performances
Hiller is not shown, only Jan Williams is shown
A black-and-white scene shows a person standing behind a set of percussion instruments in an indoor room. The person is wearing a protective helmet with a clear face shield, a light-colored long-sleeved shirt, and is holding percussion mallets. A music stand is visible in the foreground, with drums and cymbals arranged around the performer. Tables and equipment appear in the background, along with a large projection screen or wall panel.
John Tilbury, pianist standing outdoors, Fall 1977
A black-and-white portrait shows a person standing outdoors in front of dense evergreen trees. The person is smiling and wearing an open leather jacket over a button-up shirt, with their hands in their jacket pockets. The background is filled almost entirely by the branches of the trees, with a small area of sky visible in the upper right corner.
Lukas Foss, composer/conductor rehearsing with Creative Associates
Lukas Foss, back towards camera -- Rehearsal of Foss' M.A.P. (Musicians at Play)
A black-and-white scene shows five people in a casual discussion or rehearsal setting on a stage. Three people stand facing one another on the left, with one holding a pair of drumsticks. Another person stands in the center with their back to the camera, gesturing with both hands. A fifth person sits on the right, pointing with one hand while resting the other near their face. A cymbal and a large drum are positioned in the foreground, and a counter behind the group holds a coffee urn, bowls, and disposable cups. The background is mostly dark, with part of the stage structure visible on the right.
Henri Pousseur, composer conducting Creative Associates
Performance of Mel Powell's Prayer settings
A black-and-white scene shows an orchestra performing on a stage. A conductor stands in the center holding an open music folder while facing another person seated at the front left, who has one hand raised. Several string musicians are seated behind them with music stands, including a cellist in the foreground on the right. Large draped curtains hang across the back of the stage, and microphone stands and percussion instruments are visible in the background. A large copyright watermark spans the center of the image.
Reverse reads: Milling mahog casework, Brian Pike
A color photograph showing the interior of a woodworking shop. A person wearing a plaid shirt, jeans, glasses, and hearing protection stands next to a large woodworking machine while holding a long wooden board being fed through the equipment. Behind them, shelves and racks are filled with stacked lumber and wood planks of various sizes. Additional boards lean against the wall on the left side of the image. A large dust-collection hose is attached to the machine, and the workshop is densely arranged with woodworking materials and equipment.
Jan Williams, percussionist conducting Creative Associates in performance (contact sheet)
A black-and-white contact sheet composed of several strips of Kodak film negatives arranged on a dark background. The frames document a performance or rehearsal in an auditorium. Many images show a stage with large draped curtains, percussion instruments including gongs and keyboard percussion, music stands, and audience seating. Several frames depict a person operating or adjusting technical equipment near a machine with reels and controls. Other frames show wider views of the stage from the audience perspective, with performers, instruments, and spectators visible. Film sprocket holes, frame numbers, directional arrows, and Kodak film markings are visible along the edges of the negative strips.
A black-and-white photograph showing a person seated beside a grand piano in an indoor setting. The person wears a long-sleeved button-down shirt and faces the camera while resting one arm across the piano. The keyboard and music stand area of the piano are visible on the right side of the frame. Behind the person are curtains and a large framed image or artwork mounted on the wall. The composition focuses on the seated individual and the piano, suggesting a musical, rehearsal, or studio environment.
Allen Sapp, composer seated at piano with Ned Rorem and 1 unidentified man looking on
A black-and-white photograph showing three people focused on sheet music at a piano. One person is seated at the keyboard holding a score, while two others stand nearby looking at the music. One standing person rests a hand on the piano and appears to be pointing out or discussing a section of the score. All three wear suits and ties. The piano occupies the right side of the image, with the keyboard and music stand clearly visible. The scene appears to take place in a rehearsal, teaching, or collaborative music setting, emphasizing the group's shared attention on the sheet music.
Performance of HPSCHD, composition by John Cage and Lejaren Hiller
Scene of the first performance -- John Cage is not shown
A black-and-white photograph showing a large-scale performance or event inside a theater or auditorium. The upper portion of the image features several projected images displayed on large suspended screens or draped surfaces beneath an overhead structure. The lower portion shows a stage area with performers, equipment, and audience members visible in the space. Circular projected light patterns appear on a large backdrop behind the stage. The venue is dimly lit, emphasizing the projections and performance area. A caption printed beneath the photograph reads: “SCENE OF THE FIRST PERFORMANCE, May 16, 1969.”
Music-halls -- New York (State) -- Buffalo
Frederick C. and Alice Slee Chamber Hall (State University of New York at Buffalo) - Building
Taken from organ loft, piano on stage, approxiamtely 20 audience members visible
A black-and-white photograph taken from the stage of an auditorium. In the foreground, a grand piano sits on a wooden stage with a piano bench and a folding chair nearby. Beyond the stage, rows of tiered seats extend across the hall. Small groups of people are scattered throughout the audience area, with many seats remaining empty. The auditorium features a high ceiling with a grid pattern, tall columns, and a symmetrical layout. The composition emphasizes the piano and the view from the performer’s perspective toward the seating area.
A black-and-white photograph showing a pianist seated at a piano, viewed from the side. The musician wears glasses, a dark suit, and a light-colored shirt. Both hands rest on the keyboard as the person looks toward the keys with a focused expression. The piano occupies the right side of the frame, with the keyboard clearly visible. Softly blurred curtains or drapes form the background, drawing attention to the pianist and instrument. The composition centers on the musician's profile and the act of playing the piano.
Frank Cipolla, conductor, with UB Symphonic Wind Ensemble
University at Buffalo Symphonic Wind Ensemble - Ensemble
Frank Cipolla conducting, elevated view from back of stage (Katherine Cornell Theatre)
A black-and-white photograph taken from an elevated viewpoint inside a large modern interior space. At the center, a conductor stands on a podium surrounded by an orchestra seated in a circular arrangement, with music stands positioned in front of the musicians. Audience members occupy tiered wooden seating that rises around the performance area. Large slanted windows line one side of the hall, allowing natural light into the space. Architectural features, including broad stairways, elevated walkways, and geometric interior elements, frame the scene. The image captures both the performers and the audience within the expansive venue.
Katharine Cornell Theatre (State University of New York at Buffalo)
Julius Eastman with unidentified woman smiling -- Berlin, Germany
A black-and-white photograph showing two people in a bedroom or similarly furnished interior. One person is seated on a bed, smiling toward the camera and wearing a dark outfit with a large beaded necklace. Another person is partially covered by bedding and rests against the seated person's leg while looking toward the camera. The bed has a dark headboard, and a small table or surface behind it holds several personal items. Patterned wallpaper covers the walls, creating a decorative background. The scene appears posed and is framed closely around the bed and its occupants.
Charles Joseph, violinist in rest position
A black-and-white photograph showing a person seated or leaning forward while holding a violin. The person wears a textured suit jacket, a white dress shirt, and a patterned tie. The violin rests across their hands in the foreground, with part of the instrument extending out of the frame. The subject looks slightly to one side rather than directly at the camera. The background is softly blurred, with indistinct shapes suggesting an indoor rehearsal, performance, or studio environment. The composition focuses on the person's face and the violin.
Morton Feldman, composer standing with David Del Tredici seated at piano
A black-and-white photograph showing two people in a music or rehearsal space centered around a grand piano. One person sits on a piano bench with hands positioned on the keyboard, facing the camera. Another person stands beside the piano with one hand in a pocket and the other resting on the instrument. Sheet music is placed on the piano. The room has a tiled floor and dim background, with additional musical equipment and stacked chairs visible behind the piano. The composition emphasizes the interaction between the two individuals and the piano in a studio or rehearsal setting.
A black-and-white photograph showing a person seated indoors in what appears to be a music rehearsal or performance space. The person wears a dark turtleneck sweater and looks downward. Behind them are percussion instruments, including a keyboard percussion instrument with visible bars, as well as music stands and storage cabinets. Additional percussion equipment is partially visible at the edges of the frame. The composition centers on the seated individual, with the musical environment providing context in the background.
Lukas Foss, composer/conductor onstage with Douglas Davis
A color photograph showing two people on a stage or performance platform. One person stands beside a double bass, holding the instrument near a music stand, while another person stands nearby facing them. Microphone stands are positioned in front of the performers. Additional instruments and equipment, including percussion instruments and another double bass lying on its side, are visible in the background. Large draped curtains hang behind the stage, forming a decorative backdrop. The scene appears to capture a rehearsal, performance, or discussion between musicians in a concert setting.
A black-and-white studio portrait showing a person from the chest up against a plain light background. The person wears round eyeglasses, a dark suit jacket, a white dress shirt, and a patterned tie. A folded pocket square is visible in the jacket pocket. The subject faces slightly to one side while looking toward the camera. The image is tightly framed and has the appearance of a professional or official headshot.
James W. McKinnon, faculty being presented with award
Unidentified women standing near bookcase, McKinnon in foreground
A black-and-white photograph showing several people assembled in an office, library, or administrative room. In the foreground, two people stand with their backs or profiles to the camera while facing a group. Along the back wall, three people stand in front of bookshelves filled with books and documents. One person wears a hat and gloves, another holds a folded garment or textile, and another stands beside the shelving unit. A curtain covers the upper portion of the wall behind them. Additional people are partially visible at the edges of the frame. The scene appears to capture a social gathering, presentation, or informal meeting indoors.
Lukas Foss, profile -- Rehearsal of Foss' M.A.P. (Musicians at Play)
A black-and-white photograph showing several people gathered indoors in what appears to be a rehearsal, studio, or performance setting. Three people stand near the center engaged in conversation, while another person is seated or leaning forward in the foreground. Additional individuals are visible in the background. Hanging light fixtures descend from the ceiling above the group. Equipment racks, tables, and other production or rehearsal materials are positioned behind them. The background is dark, drawing attention to the people and the illuminated fixtures.
Buell Neidlinger, double bassist playing
A black-and-white photograph showing a musician seated on a stage playing a double bass. The musician is positioned behind a large music stand that partially obscures the upper body. A bow is held against the strings of the instrument. Curtains hang in the background, and part of the stage floor is visible in the foreground. The composition places the musician toward the left side of the frame, with a large empty area and architectural elements visible on the right. The image has noticeable film grain and light marks consistent with an archival photograph.
Lukas Foss, composer/conductor seated at piano at Second Festival of the Arts
Lukas Foss playing piano, head tilted down
A black-and-white photograph showing a pianist seated at a piano, viewed from the side. The musician's hands rest on the keyboard while focusing on the instrument. Behind the piano, a large gong and part of a percussion setup are visible. The performer wears a dark jacket and sits on a stool. The background is softly lit and out of focus, emphasizing the pianist and the piano. A watermark reading “Copyright Jim Tuttle” appears across the center of the image.
A black-and-white photograph showing a person standing behind a table or platform containing equipment and materials. The person wears a helmet and a light-colored outfit and appears to be operating or interacting with the setup. Several music stands with open sheets are positioned in front of the table. The scene takes place in a large interior room with tall architectural columns. A large circular projection or bright round light is visible on the wall behind the person, dominating the background. Additional equipment and furnishings are visible around the space.
Reverse reads: Scarf [scharff?] joints on long posts-mahogany
A color photograph showing the interior of a woodworking workshop. Several long wooden boards and planks are arranged across multiple workbenches that extend through the room. Clamps are attached to some of the boards, holding pieces in place during assembly or processing. Additional woodworking equipment, tools, and benches are visible in the background. The scene focuses on the lumber and work surfaces, suggesting an active woodworking or furniture-making workspace.
A black-and-white contact sheet composed of several strips of film negatives laid out on a dark background. Most of the frames show a flutist seated or standing in a rehearsal or performance space, often next to a music stand. The musician is captured in different moments, including playing the flute, reading music, adjusting posture, and interacting with the room. Some frames are rotated, and one section contains an overexposed blank frame. Additional images near the bottom show the musician standing in a gallery-like interior and playing near a window. Film sprocket holes, frame numbers, and Kodak film markings are visible throughout the contact sheet.
Muriel Herbert Wolf, vocalist working with a student
A black-and-white photograph showing two people engaged in conversation inside a building. One person stands beside a music stand holding a folder or binder and gestures with one hand while speaking. The other person stands facing them and smiles. Large windows behind them reveal trees, a lawn, and outdoor buildings. Part of another seated person is visible at the left edge of the frame, and a cylindrical container or stand is positioned near the windows. The scene appears to take place in a rehearsal, meeting, or instructional setting.
A black-and-white photograph showing a person seated and playing a flute. The image is framed closely around the upper body, highlighting the musician's face, hands, and instrument. The person wears a light-colored button-down shirt and holds the flute horizontally while looking toward it. The background is softly blurred, suggesting an indoor rehearsal or performance setting. A copyright watermark is visible across the center of the photograph.
A black-and-white photograph showing a conductor standing in a large interior space, likely a concert hall or auditorium. The conductor wears formal concert attire, including a tuxedo jacket, white bow tie, and white vest, and holds a baton in one hand while extending both arms outward in a conducting gesture. Decorative circular ceiling light fixtures are visible above. In the background, a balcony with a railing and architectural details of the hall can be seen. The conductor is positioned centrally in the frame and viewed from a slightly low angle.
Peltz conducting University at Buffalo Symphony (then known as University at Buffalo Civic Symphony)
A black-and-white photograph showing a conductor standing at the center of a rehearsal space, holding a baton with both arms raised. Several musicians are seated around the conductor, facing music stands with sheet music. String players are visible on the right side of the scene. The setting appears to be a concert hall or auditorium, with tall columns, curtains, and rows of seating visible in the background. The foreground includes the backs of several musicians, while the conductor is in sharp focus directing the ensemble.
Performance of Lejaren Hiller's Avalanche for pitchman, prima donna, player piano, percussionist, and pre-recorded playback)
Hiller is not shown -- Joseph Glosson with 1 unidentified person reading near piano
A black-and-white photograph of a theatrical or performance setting on a stage with a large curtain backdrop. At the center is a tall, multi-level structure draped with fabric and decorated with posters, signs, and other materials. Several people are positioned on the upper platform of the structure. Near the lower right side, a person sits in a chair with one leg raised, reading from a book or magazine. Part of a piano is visible at the right edge of the stage. A ladder stands to the left of the structure. A watermark reading “Copyright Jim Tuttle” appears across the middle of the photograph.
1 unidentified woman giving award to McKinnon, Alice Klein in background
A black-and-white indoor scene showing three people in what appears to be an office, conference room, or administrative space. In the foreground, a person in a dark suit stands facing a person wearing a skirt suit and pearl necklace. The suited person is handing over or discussing a framed object or document that the other person is holding. Both are looking at the item. In the background, another person wearing a light-colored dress stands near a wall and watches the interaction. A wooden cabinet and office furnishings are visible behind them.
Julius Eastman, composer performing (contact sheet)
Julius Eastman performing with Creative Associates in gallery hall near paintings
A black-and-white contact sheet composed of several strips of film negatives arranged horizontally. The frames show a live music performance and related activity inside a gallery or museum setting. Various shots include musicians playing instruments such as a flute, cello, and piano; individuals standing at music stands; audience members seated or standing nearby; and wider views of the exhibition space with artwork displayed on the walls. Some frames are rotated or partially obscured, and the film borders, sprocket holes, and markings are visible throughout.
Robert Lazarus Martin, violoncellist performing at Evenings for New Music
A black-and-white stage performance scene featuring a seated musician playing a cello. The musician holds the cello between their knees and raises the bow above the instrument while performing. A music stand and a set of timpani drums are positioned nearby, and large draped curtains form the background. A copyright watermark is visible across the center of the image.
1 unidentified woman, Alice Klein in background -- McKinnon holding award
A black-and-white indoor scene showing several people gathered in a room. In the foreground, one person in a suit holds a slender object while facing another person standing nearby. A cabinet stands against the wall behind them, and another person is visible near a doorway or curtained opening. Additional people are partially visible at the edge of the frame. The room contains office-style furniture and has plain walls.
A black-and-white stage performance scene featuring a seated musician playing a cello. The musician is holding the cello upright and extending the bow outward while performing. Nearby, a set of timpani drums is visible, and a music stand stands to one side. Large draped curtains form the backdrop, and a copyright watermark appears across the center of the image.
A black-and-white stage performance scene featuring a seated musician playing a cello. The musician holds a bow across the strings while seated on a chair. A percussion instrument is partially visible beside the musician, and large curtains hang in the background. A copyright watermark appears across the lower center of the image.
A contact sheet containing dozens of black-and-white film negatives arranged in rows. The individual frames document a musical performance or recording session in an indoor venue. Across the frames, multiple people are shown playing instruments, standing at microphones, reading from music stands, and gathering around pianos, percussion instruments, and recording equipment. Some frames are rotated, overexposed, or partially cropped, and the film strip borders and frame numbers are visible throughout.
Allen Sapp, composer looking over balcony
A black-and-white indoor scene showing a person leaning forward with their arms resting on a railing. The person is viewed from behind and appears to be looking down into a lower area. The space features large wall panels, a metal railing, and a box-shaped fixture mounted high on the wall. A copyright watermark is visible across the center of the image
Creative Associates peering into Renée Levine's office through window -- Renée Levine is standing behind her desk, facing camera
Sigurbjornsson, Thorkell, 1938- - Composer
A black-and-white office scene with several people gathered around a large interior window separating two areas of the workspace. On one side, a person sits or stands near a desk with a typewriter, while several others stand closely together looking through the window. On the other side, a person stands beside a desk holding a telephone receiver. The office contains desks, chairs, stacks of papers, filing trays, a telephone, and bookshelves. Large windows in the background reveal trees and an outdoor view.
Partimenti e regole generali : per conoscere qual numerica dar si deve a vari movimenti del basso / da Giacomo Tritto
Bound with: Scuola di contrappunto. Milano : Ferd. Artaria, [1816]. Probably bound together subsequent to publication.
State University of New York at Buffalo. Music Library
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Scuola di contrappunto, ossia, Teorica musicale /da Giacomo Tritto ...
Bound with author's Partimenti regole generali (Milano : Ferd. Artaria, [1816])
Hymn for the Feast of St. Martina, celebrated 30 January.
Title devised from Nocturnale Romanum, Proprium sanctorum.
Text following "Ad Laudes. Hymnus" begins: Tu natale solum protege.
Sechs Lieder nach Dichtungen von H. Heine : für eine Singstimme mit Begleitung des Pianoforte
Heine, Heinrich, 1797-1856--Musical settings
Contents: Der kranke Sohn -- Der Tod, das ist die kühle Nackt -- Der Asra -- Der Schneidergeselle -- Vergiftet sind meine Lieder -- Die Ilse.
Shcherbachev, Nikolai Vladimirovich, b. 1853
Suonata a violino e basso / del Sig.re Scaccia.
Contains solo violin line and unfigured bass. RISM/II, 139.352
Allegro: B♭ major, 2/4 -- Adagio: D minor, [4/4] -- Allegro, B♭ major, [4/4]
Contents: Larghetto: C minor, 3/4 -- A tempo giusto: C minor, 3/8 -- Allegretto[?] E-flat major, 2/4 -- A tempo giusto: C minor, 12/8. For violin and continuo, with some figures. Caption title. Originally housed in folder bearing label: Italian chamber music,18th century. Manuscript, in ink.
Sonatas (Mandolin and continuo) -- Scores
Contents: Allegro: C major, 2/4 -- Grave et Andante: D major, [4/4]. For mandolin and continuo
unfigured bass. Caption title. Manuscript, in ink.
Originally housed in folder bearing label: Italian chamber music, 18th century.
Minuets, probably for violin or other treble instrument, and continuo
unfigured bass. Contents: Minuetto [no. 1 in F major] -- Minuetto [no. 2 in A major] -- Minuetto [no. 3 in B? major] -- Minuetto [no. 4 in G major]
Manuscript, in ink. Includes one line of music in treble clef on p. [4]: Larghetto: A major[?] 3/8
Contains: No. 43, Judica me, Deus / Andreas de Silva -- No. 44, Sub tuum predium / anonymous -- No. 45, Ecce nunc benedicite dominum / Andreas de Silva -- No. 46, In illo tempore sciens Jhesus / anonymous -- No. 47, Magne pater Augustine / anonymous -- No 48, Regum regum dominum / Costanzo Festa -- No. 49, Unde veniet / anonymous -- No. 50, Flete me celum et terra/Rex in solio sedens / Tromboncino -- No. 51, Memor esto verbi tui / Josquin -- No. 69, Virgo prudentissima / Heinrich Isaac -- No. 70, Anthoni pater inclite / Erasmus Lapicida -- No. 71, Cum pervenisset beatus Andreas/Securus et gaudens / Erasmus Lapicida -- No. 72, Cum pervenisset beatus Adreas/O bona crux / anonymous -- No. 75, Kirieleyson, Christeleyson, kyrieleison: Christe audi nos / anonymous -- No. 81, Quae est ista, quae processit / Antoine Brumel -- No. 82, Quam pulchra es / anonymous -- No. 83, Angelus ad pastores ait / anonymous -- No. 84, Ave virginum gemma Catherina / anonymous.
Fragments of the tenor and superius partbooks from a probable set of four dating from ca. 1520
Manuscript, in ink. ; Parts: violino primo: 1 double leaf; violino secondo, viola, violoncello: 1 single leaf each.
Originally housed in folder bearing label: Italian chamber music, 18th century. ; RISM A/II, 139.351
Cadmus : Tragedie mise en musique / par Monsieur de Lully
Vocal sections scored for voice(s) and unfigured bass
instrumental selections scored for treble and unfigured bass. Libretto by Philippe Quinault after Ovid's Metamorphoses
first performed at the Jeu de paume de Béquet, Paris on 27 April 1673
the opera was revived in Paris in 1737--Grove Music Online article on Cadmus et Hermione.
Short score omits instrumental parts for all but violins and continuo.
Trio sonatas (Violins (2), continuo) -- Parts
unfigured bass. Title from cover of basso part. Manuscript, in ink. Originally housed in folder bearing label: Italian chamber music, 18th century. Parts: violino primo and violino secondo -- 1 leaf each
basso -- 1 folded leaf. RISM A/II, 139.348
Contents: Allegro: D major, [4/4] -- Grave: B minor, 3/4 -- Presto: D major, 12/8.
For 2 violins, viola, violoncello and 2 trumpets. Title from cover of violoncello part. Originally housed in folder bearing label: Italian chamber music, 18th century. Manuscript, in ink. Parts: violino primo, violino secondo and violoncello -- 1 folded leaf each
tromba primo and tromba secondo -- 1/2 single leaf each. RISM A/II, 139.350.
Sextets (trumpets (2), violins (2), viola, violoncello) -- Parts
Leo Smit, composer at piano, playing Rachmaninoff
A person with light hair and dark-rimmed glasses is positioned in front of a brick wall, looking down toward open musical scores. The name "S. RACHMANINOFF" is visible on the scores in the foreground. This black and white scene shows the person wearing a collared shirt and a sweater under directional lighting.
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Paul Schmidt, actor seated at table, surrounded by glass bottles
A person wearing a dark suit and glasses sits at a small table in a dark environment. One glass and a bottle sit on the table, while dozens of similar bottles are arranged across the floor in front of it. A dark, low-walled circular structure encloses the area where the person and table are positioned.
David Felder, composer with Yvar Mikhashoff and unidentified musician
Three individuals are positioned in a row in front of a wood-paneled wall and a musical instrument with vertical metal tubes. The person on the left wears a vest over a collared shirt, the middle person wears a dark button-down shirt, and the person on the right wears a sweater with a geometric diamond pattern. The two individuals on the left wear glasses.
Elliott Carter Concert, Center for Theatre Research
A person wearing a turtleneck and a textured blazer sits at a piano with hands positioned on the keyboard. They are looking at sheet music on a stand, and the internal hammers and strings of the piano are visible on the left. The background features rows of empty seats in a darkened auditorium.
HPSCHD by John Cage and Lejaren Hiller performed at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery
Hiller, Lejaren Arthur, 1924- - Composer
Performers included (not all visible): Aki Takahashi, Neely Bruce, David Fuller, Ivar Mikhashoff, David Tudor, harpsichords
This black and white scene features a grand piano set within an installation of large, curved fabric panels. Projections depicting planetary rings and cratered surfaces are visible on both the back wall and the fabric structures. The room is darkened with track lighting visible along the ceiling.
A person with dark, curly hair wears a checkered button-down shirt with the sleeves rolled up. They have one hand raised in a gesture with fingers spread while looking off-camera. In the foreground, a sheet of music with the title "Animus II" by Jacob Druckman is visible.
This black and white portrait shows a person sitting cross-legged on a low, circular wooden platform. The person wears dark clothing and holds a violin horizontally across their lap with a bow held in their clasped hands. The background features a light-colored wooden floor and a dark, out-of-focus area.
Jan Williams, percussionist using mallets on piano strings
A person stands beside a grand piano with its lid raised, wearing glasses and a blazer. They hold a mallet in each hand and reach into the instrument to touch the internal strings. A brick wall and a chair are visible in the background, while the piano's keys are seen in the foreground.
A person wearing a peaked cap and glasses sits at a desk in front of a chalkboard featuring musical staff lines. They wear a button-up jacket over a collared shirt with a raised index finger on one hand. The other hand rests on the table, and the person's mouth is upturned.
Morton Feldman, composer at piano, looking down
A person with dark hair and thick-rimmed glasses sits behind a dark, reflective surface looking down at white papers. They wear a light-colored, patterned button-down shirt under the bright light of an overhead lamp. In the background, white bookshelves are filled with numerous books.
Michael McCandless, composer with other musicians
McCandless, Michael, 1957-1993 - Composer
Seven individuals gathered on a wooden stage stand behind a percussion instrument with a book of sheet music resting on its stand. The people wear varied attire, including blazers and button-down shirts, and several wear eyeglasses. In the background, rows of empty auditorium seats are visible under indoor lighting. A music stand on the right side is labeled with the text "SLEE CON. HALL SUNYAB."
Larry Austin, composer with Joel Chadabe and Charles Dodge
Three people are gathered in a room, looking towards a large, multi-tiered piece of electronic equipment on a table. The person on the left wears a suit jacket over a turtleneck and glasses, while the other two wear more casual jackets. The equipment features several exposed internal components, ribbons, and wires. The background consists of dark wooden paneling and a brightly lit area in the distance.
Frederick C. and Alice Slee Chamber Hall (State University of New York at Buffalo)
Frank Cipolla, conductor conducting wind ensemble in performance
This black and white scene captures an orchestra from behind the percussion section during a performance. Several rows of musicians sit with their instruments and sheet music, while a conductor stands on a podium at the far end of the stage with arms outstretched. The scene includes various brass and woodwind instruments, with large kettledrums prominent in the immediate foreground.
A person wearing a light-colored button-down shirt stands behind a row of small percussion drums while holding drumsticks. The background features floor-to-ceiling vertical curtains, and another person with a beard stands to the right near a microphone. A watermark reading "Copyright by Irene Haupt" is displayed across the upper portion of the frame.
Virgil Thomson, composer in checkered jacket and polka-dot bow tie, looking down
An individual with glasses and a bowtie sits in a room with rows of auditorium seating in the background. They wear a houndstooth-patterned blazer and a dark bowtie with white polka dots while looking downward. A copyright watermark is visible across the bottom of the frame.
Colin Bright, composer seated, playing didgeridoo
A person is seated cross-legged on a floor, playing a long, decorated didgeridoo that extends towards the foreground. A microphone on a stand is positioned near the base of the instrument. Behind the performer are several large equipment cases and a wall with an intricate mural.
A black and white portrait features a person in formal attire holding a violin and bow. The person wears a dark suit jacket over a light collared shirt and a dark bow tie. Their left hand is positioned on the neck of the violin, and a bow is held across the lower portion of the frame.
Aaron Copland, composer lecturing in June in Buffalo seminar, composers' workshop
Copland seated in pupil's desk, legs crossed
A person sits in a folding chair with a small attached desk in an indoor setting featuring additional chairs and a piano in the background. They wear a dark suit, a necktie, and glasses while sitting with their legs crossed. One hand rests on the desk arm while the other is raised toward their shoulder.
Lukas Foss, composer with Yvar Mikhashoff
Two individuals are positioned indoors beside a musical instrument composed of several vertical metal pipes. The person on the left wears a dark turtleneck, and the person on the right wears a sweater with a light and dark diamond pattern. A clock is visible on the background wall to the left.
Lejaren Hiller, composer with Barry Truax
Two people stand facing each other in a dark indoor setting with overhead lights. One person wears a blazer over a plaid shirt and tie, while the other wears a light-colored jacket over a shirt and tie. Both individuals are depicted from the waist up and wear glasses.
A black and white close-up shows the side profile of a person with dark, curly hair wearing a dark turtleneck sweater. The person is positioned to the left and looks toward several reflective vertical metal tubes. These tubes are arranged in a row and attached to a horizontal support structure.
A person with short hair and thick-rimmed glasses wears a houndstooth blazer over a light-colored collared shirt. They are positioned on the left side of the frame against a dark background where other figures are dimly visible. A copyright watermark is superimposed across the lower center of the scene.
Joseph Celli, oboist with oboe and english horn in front of him
A person with dark hair and a beard is positioned behind a table featuring multiple woodwind instruments and disassembled sections. They hold a piece in each hand while another instrument stands vertically on the table in front of them. The individual wears a dark short-sleeved shirt against a dark background with vertical structural elements.
Jacob Druckman, composer with Jan Williams
Two individuals are shown from the chest up in a black and white setting. The person on the left has light hair, a mustache, and wears large-framed glasses with a denim jacket. The person on the right wears a dark collared shirt with sunglasses hanging from the front.
Frances-Marie Uitti, violoncellist seated, white background
Label on reverse reads: "Cellist Frances-Marie Uitti will perform tonight (March 17) and tomorrow (March 18) in the North American New Music Festival."
A person with short, light hair is seated on a chair holding a cello between their legs. Their arms are crossed over the body of the instrument, and they hold a bow vertically in one hand. The black and white portrait is set against a plain white background and includes a copyright watermark across the center.
Morton Feldman, composer with Renée Levine, facing each other
Two people are situated in an indoor setting featuring vertical curtains and musical equipment in the background. The person on the left has dark, curly hair, wears a striped sweater, and looks toward the other person. The person on the right wears glasses, a plaid shirt, and a textured blazer with their head tilted back and mouth open.
Lukas Foss, composer with Nils Vigeland and David Felder
Three people are positioned in front of a set of tubular bells in a room with wood-paneled walls. The person on the left wears a light-colored sweater, the middle person wears a dark v-neck over a turtleneck, and the person on the right wears glasses and a striped shirt. A watermark reading "Copyright by Irene Haupt" is visible across the lower portion of the black and white frame.
Jan Williams, percussionist playing marimba, wearing black
A person wearing glasses and a dark sweater plays a vibraphone with two mallets in each hand. The individual looks down toward the instrument's bars, which are positioned in the foreground. A dark background surrounds the subject, and a music stand is partially visible on the left side of the frame.
Philip Glass, composer at piano accompanying Jon Gibson, soprano saxophone
Two people perform music together in a room with vertical wood-paneled walls. One person sits at a black grand piano with the lid open, looking toward the other performer. In the foreground, another person wearing glasses and a light-colored jacket plays a woodwind instrument. A music stand holding sheet music is positioned in the lower left corner.
Photograph taken from under piano lid, Mikhashoff facing camera -- Copy 2
A person with curly hair and a mustache is positioned behind an open grand piano. They are wearing a dark tuxedo jacket and white bow tie while resting their arms on the instrument. The foreground displays the interior structure and strings of the piano, and the background is a solid light shade.
Ursula Oppens, pianist being videotaped and recorded
A musical group performs on a dark stage featuring various instruments, including a grand piano, a double bass, and wind instruments. In the foreground, one person sits at the piano with their back to the viewer while another person conducts the ensemble from the left. A sound technician stands in the center wearing headphones and carrying recording equipment, and a camera operator is positioned in the lower right foreground. White lines are taped onto the floor around the performers and crew.
An older individual with a white mustache and thinning hair sits at a piano, wearing a pinstriped jacket. Their hands are placed on the keys while they look at sheet music titled "Sonata For Violin and Piano (1917)" by Otto Luening. A pair of glasses rests on the piano beside the music stand.
Aaron Copland, composer adjusting bow-tie
This black and white portrait depicts an individual from the waist up, dressed in a dark tuxedo jacket and white formal shirt. They wear round-rimmed glasses and have their hands positioned at their neck while adjusting a white bowtie. Two framed documents hang on the plain wall in the background.
Jan Williams, percussionist conducting, arms open
A person wearing a dark blazer, light-colored shirt, tie, and glasses stands with arms extended. The individual holds a baton in their right hand, pointing it horizontally towards the side. The scene is depicted in black and white with a dark background and blurred shapes in the foreground. A copyright watermark is superimposed across the upper portion of the subject.
Two individuals are positioned in front of a light-colored wall in a black and white format. On the left, a person with dark curly hair and a full beard is shown in profile wearing a dark jacket. To the right, another person with straight hair and a collared shirt faces the first individual while holding a document.
Large, angular fabric screens are suspended throughout a black and white interior where various images and lights are projected onto the walls and surfaces. A group of people stands in the center of the room, positioned among the hanging panels. The flat floor reflects light from the overhead projections.
Paul Schmidt, actor singing, accompanied by Yvar Mikhashoff
This black and white scene depicts two people positioned near a piano. One person is seated at the instrument with their back turned, while the other individual wears a robe with a geometric hexagonal pattern and holds a microphone. A copyright notice is printed across the bottom of the frame.
John Cage, composer having a drink with Morton Feldman
Two people stand together in a black and white indoor setting holding small glasses. One person wears a suit, tie, and glasses with a cigarette in their mouth, while the other wears a collared jacket and holds a light-colored garment. The background includes large leafy plants and a table set with several bottles and glasses.
Frances-Marie Uitti, violoncellist performing at Albright-Knox Art Gallery
A group of people viewed from behind sit in a semi-circle watching a cellist perform in an art gallery. Behind the musician, two large paintings are displayed on a white wall. The artwork on the left consists of high-contrast black and white geometric forms, while the right painting features a complex arrangement of interlocking circular and angular shapes.
Three people are positioned together wearing dark suits, white shirts, and ties. The individual on the left holds a violin, while the person on the right holds a cello and a bow. The third person is seated in the center foreground with their hands clasped over their knee.
Ralph Shapey, composer resting chin on hand
This black and white close-up features an older person with deeply wrinkled skin and a full, salt-and-pepper beard. The individual has wispy hair on the sides of a balding head and rests their chin on a closed fist. A copyright watermark for Irene Haupt is visible at the bottom of the frame.