Karl Wilson Gehrkens papers , 19--
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Gehrkens, Karl Wilson, 1882-1975
- Title
- Karl Wilson Gehrkens papers
- Dates
- 19-- (inclusive)19001975
- Quantity
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0.05 linear feet
- Collection Number
- SFM 080
- Summary
- The collection contains copies of short philosophical essays which Gehrkens wrote on music, life, and education, including The Story of My Books, an essay on the books authored by Gehrkens. Also included are a letter, dated Nov. 17, 1969, from Gehrkens to Robert E. Nye, professor of music education at the University of Oregon, and a program for A Weekend with Karl W. Gehrkens, Apr. 18-19, 1952.
- Repository
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University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.
- Additional Reference Guides
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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Karl Wilson Gehrkens was a prominent music educator. He designed a degree program in music education at Oberlin College, Ohio, and served as its head for 35 years.
Content Description
The collection contains copies of short philosophical essays which Gehrkens wrote on music, life, and education, including The Story of My Books, an essay on the books authored by Gehrkens. Also included are a letter, dated Nov. 17, 1969, from Gehrkens to Robert E. Nye, professor of music education at the University of Oregon, and a program for A Weekend with Karl W. Gehrkens, Apr. 18-19, 1952.
Administrative Information
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Guide to the Karl Wilson Gehrkens Papers
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Music teachers--Ohio
- Music--Instruction and study--Ohio
Personal Names
- Nye, Robert Evans
Form or Genre Terms
- Essays
