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- [1939-1962] (Creation)
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Extent and medium
1.2 m of textual records (9 boxes)
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Scope and content
Subseries consists of blueprint-style manuscripts, manuscripts written in ink or pencil, and copies of blueprint scores. Most of the manuscripts are Leslie Bell's arrangements of popular songs, show tunes, hymns, and other songs, with some original compositions. Information about the original composers, intended ensembles, dates, and where and when the songs were performed is not consistently recorded in the manuscripts' heading. The manuscripts are generally autographed with one of the following: Leslie Bell, Leslie Richard Bell, L.B., or L.R.B. The arrangements are predominantly for the Leslie Bell Singers (originally the Alumnae Singers), formed in 1939.
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System of arrangement
Blueprint-style scores and copies were physically separated during processing for preservation reasons. Music is listed alphabetically by title.
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If possible, use the copy rather than the blueprint score for access, so as to preserve the physical integrity of the blueprint.
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Last updated March 28, 2022. RS.