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Warren Barker papers, 1932-2001

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Barker, Warren
Title
Warren Barker papers
Dates
1932-2001 (inclusive)
Quantity
23.07 cubic feet (45 boxes)
Collection Number
03736
Summary
Repository
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
Access Restrictions

There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.

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Additional Information

Partial finding aid available in repository.

Languages
English
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Historical Note

Warren E. Barker (1923-2006) was the chief arranger for the Norad Command Band, composer and director for the television series, "Valentines Day." Barker was also the musical director for many televisions series including "Bewitched," "The Flying Nun," and "That Girl." Barker was also a recording artist.

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Content Description

The Warren Barker papers contain music manuscripts for works such as "John Muir," "Henry O. Tanner," and "Sequoyah." Included in the collection are compositions, sketches, scores and parts by Barker including stage band arrangement. Titles include "Bring a Little Sunshine," "Divertimento for Flutes," "Christopher Columbus," "Red Ryder Show" (radio), "Bewitched," "Daktari," "Flying Nun," "King of Diamonds," "Sea Hunt," and other recorded songs. The collection also contains audio tapes of songs and television themes and source music. The collection contains correspondence, programs, photographs, scrapbooks and biographical information concerning Warren E. Barker.

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The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.

Preferred Citation

Preferred Citation

Item Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.

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Administrative Information

Related Materials

Related Materials

There are no known other archival collections created by Warren Barker at the date of processing.

Acquisition Information

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Detailed Description of the Collection

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Subject Terms

  • Arrangers (Musicians) -- United States -- 20th century.
  • Composers -- United States -- 20th century.
  • Composition (Music)
  • Conductors (Music)
  • Film composers.
  • Motion picture music.
  • Musical sketches.
  • Television music.
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