Vincent Lopez papers, circa 1920-1973
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Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Lopez, Vincent, 1894-1975.
- Title
- Vincent Lopez papers
- Dates
- circa 1920-1973 (inclusive)19201973
- Quantity
- 5 cubic feet (5 boxes) + artifacts.
- Collection Number
- 08567
- 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
Lopez (1894-1975), a pianist and bandleader, began playing in a Brooklyn, New York, saloon at the age of 15 and got his start as a bandleader in 1916. He began conducting live radio broadcasts of his dance band in 1921, and from 1941-1966 played at the Taft Hotel's Grill Room in New York City.
Content Description
Collection contains sheet music for various instruments, songbooks, newspaper clippings, and artifacts including conductor's batons and music stands.
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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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
- Band music.
- Dance music.
Corporate Names
- Vincent Lopez Orchestra.
Form or Genre Terms
- Artifacts.
- Music stands.
- Sheet music.
- Song books.
Occupations
- Conductors (Music)
