Warren Barker papers, 1932-2001
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Barker, Warren
- Title
- Warren Barker papers
- Dates
- 1932-2001 (inclusive)19322001
- Quantity
- 23.07 cubic feet (45 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 03736
- 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.
- Additional Reference Guides
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Additional Information
Partial finding aid available in repository.
- Languages
- English
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.
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.
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
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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.
