Jimmie Grier papers, 1930-1960
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Grier, Jimmie.
- Title
- Jimmie Grier papers
- Dates
- 1930-1960 (inclusive)19301960
- Quantity
- 1.4 cubic feet (4 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 09038
- Summary
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Jimmie Grier played with Gus Arnheim before he became the leader of his own popular jazz band in the 1930s. During World War II he played with Rudy Vallee in the Coast Guard. He played the saxophone, the clarinet, and the violin; and he was the composer of the popular song, "Object of My Affection".
Content Description
The Jimmie Grier collection contains sheet music, contracts, photographs, and scrapbooks from 1935 and World War II. There is also a photo album-scrapbook from a trip with Gus Arnheim to Europe in 1929. The collection also contains 78 and 33 1/3 rpm phonograph records plus reel-to-reel tape recordings.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
Preservation Note
System RequirementsMusical recordings -- 78 and 33 1/3 rpm phonograph records, and reel to reel audio tape.
Related Materials
Related MaterialsThere are no known other archival collections created by Jimmie Grier at the date of processing.
Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationProcessing Note
Processing InformationNames and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Big bands.
- Jazz -- History.
- Jazz vocals.
- Swing (Music)
Personal Names
- Arnheim, Gus.
- ValleĢe, Rudy, 1901-1986.
Form or Genre Terms
- Audiotapes.
- Phonograph records.
- Photographs.
- Scrapbooks.
Occupations
- Jazz musicians.
