Jerry Colonna Papers, 1954-1961
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Colonna, Jerry, 1904-1986
- Title
- Jerry Colonna Papers
- Dates
- 1954-1961 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- .64 cubic ft. (1 box)
- Collection Number
- 12646
- Summary
- Jerry Colonna was an American comedian, singer, songwriter, and trombonist. Collection contains lyrics, original scores, and sheet music written by Colonna.
- 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
Jerry Colonna was an American comedian, singer, songwriter, and trombonist. He is best remembered as the zaniest of Bob Hope’s sidekicks in Hope’s popular radio shows and films of the 1940s and 1950s. Colonna started his career in the entertainment industry as a trombonist for orchestras and dance bands in Boston. In the 1930s he joined the CBS house orchestra, “Columbia Symphony Orchestra” and by the 1940s Colonna was making appearances on USO tours, radio and television shows, and films with Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, and Fred Allen. In 1956 Colonna joined the ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers); his songwriting credits include "At Dusk", "I Came to Say Goodbye", "Life of a Sailor", "One Day", "Sleighbells in the Sky" and "Take Your Time."
Content Description
Collection contains sheet music and original scores written by Colonna, including lyrics, rough drafts, and commercial copies.
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
Related Materials
Related MaterialsThere are no known other archival collections created by Jerry Colonna at the date of processing.
Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationThis material was received from Elliott Mittler in May 2016.
Processing Note
Processing InformationThe collection was processed by Jamie J. Greene in July 2016.
Detailed Description of the Collection
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Description: Song lyricsDates: 1954Container: Box 1
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Description: Scores: Hand written draftsDates: 1954Container: Box 1
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Description: Sheet music: Love songs by Jerry Colonna and othersDates: 1954Container: Box 1
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Description: Sheet music: "Pizza Pie" by Jerry ColonnaDates: 1955Container: Box 1
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Description: Sheet music by Jerry ColonnaDates: 1954-1961Container: Box 1
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Subject Terms
- Actors -- United States -- 20th century
- Composers -- United States -- 20th century
- Lyricists -- United States -- 20th century
- Male comedians -- United States -- 20th century
- Radio programs
- Television programs
Form or Genre Terms
- Scores
- Sheet music
