Ben Homer papers, 1940-1974
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Homer, Ben, 1917-1975.
- Title
- Ben Homer papers
- Dates
- 1940-1974 (inclusive)19401974
- Quantity
- 3.1 cubic feet (7 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 06759
- 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
Finding aid available in repository.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
Homer was a composer and arranger for dance orchestras including Jimmy Dorsey, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, and Les Brown. He also composed and arranged music for motion pictures, records and television. Homer was best known for the 1944 song "Sentimental Journey."
Content Description
Collection contains contracts (1940-1972); correspondence (1945-1974); scores; lyrics; piano and vocal arrangements; newspaper clippings, and personal financial records.
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
Return to TopDetailed Description of the Collection
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The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list.
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Description: Link to Container List (PDF)
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Dance orchestra music.
- Piano music.
- Vocal music.
Form or Genre Terms
- Contracts.
- Scores.
- Sheet music.
Occupations
- Composers.
