Identity area
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Title
Date(s)
- 1966-1982 (Creation)
Level of description
Extent and medium
2 ms. scores (124, 170 p.) : pencil + 3 ms. scores (13, 198, 178 p.) : pencil, ink transparencies, ink + 2 ms. vocal scores (7, 85 p.) : ink transparencies, copies + 2 ms. vocal scores (2-97, 2-98 p.) : ink transparencies +0.5 cm of textual records
Context area
Name of creator
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
John Beckwith (1996); Kathleen McMorrow (A2024-02)
Content and structure area
Scope and content
File consists of the manuscript full score, sketches, and ink transparency masters for two versions of the vocal score: the original version with two acts and the revised 1982 version with a prologue. The libretto is by James Reaney. File also includes the complete set of masters for the full score, including a pencil manuscript of the prologue addition, and orchestral parts.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
English
Script of material
Language and script notes
Text in English.
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
The manuscript for Act II has water and mold damage.