Identity area
Reference code
OTUFM 30-C
Title
Music for Nimmons 'N' Nine
Date(s)
- 1954-1968 (Creation)
Level of description
Series
Extent and medium
158 files of textual records
Context area
Name of creator
(1923-2024)
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Series consists of music composed or arranged for "The Group," later named "Nimmons 'N' Nine." Most of the charts are written by Phil Nimmons, with a few contributions from other members of the ensemble. Nimmons formed this group in 1953 and they performed regularly on CBC radio. They made their concert debut in 1956 at the Summer Festival in Stratford. In 1965, the ensemble expanded to "Nimmons 'N' Nine Plus Six."
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Files are listed in chronological order. Undated manuscripts listed at the end of the series.