Dart, Robert Thurston, 1921-1971 (musicologist and harpsichordist)
Person
Biography
Robert Thurston Dart (1921-71) was an English musicologist, music editor and musician. His scholarship was informed by performance and he was a very innovative musical figure. He taught several generations of students, many of whom in their turn went on to become established and successful scholars and performers.
Thurston Dart came to the University of Cambridge in 1947 when he was appointed assistant lecturer in music. He became a full lecturer in 1952 and professor in 1962. He left Cambridge in 1964 to become King Edward Professor of Music in the University of London (King's College).
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
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BBC Engagement to perform Children's Hour, 1936-02-04
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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Dart 3/14
Scope and Contents
From the Series:
Inventories of Dart's collections of books, scores, instruments, equipment and journals.
Stainer and Bell papers
Papers and contracts with publishers.
Dates:
1936-02-04
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From the Fonds:
Some items can only be consulted with permission of the estate and/or donors.
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