Larry Clinton papers, 1920-1957
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Clinton, Larry, 1909-1985
- Title
- Larry Clinton papers
- Dates
- 1920-1957 (inclusive)19201957
- Quantity
- 10.40 cubic feet (19 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 03711
- 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
Clinton (1909-1985) was an orchestra leader, composer and arranger who worked for many of the big bands of the 1930s and started his own band in 1938. After serving in the Air Force during World War II, he again had his own band and was a recording executive and music publisher. Clinton's biggest hit was "The Dipsy Doodle" (1937).
Content Description
Collection contains arrangements and original compositions; correspondence (1938-1957); sheet music; phonograph records; photographs; a scrapbook; contracts with record companies; biographical information; and publicity information.
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 RequirementsLarry Clinton recordings -- Sound discs -- 33 1/3, 45, and 78 rpm.
Related Materials
Related MaterialsThere are no known other archival collections created by Larry Clinton at the date of processing.
Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationProcessing Note
Processing InformationDetailed 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
- Big band music.
- Dance orchestra music.
Form or Genre Terms
- Photographs.
- Scores.
- Sheet music.
Occupations
- Composers.
- Conductors (Music)
