Widor Society, 1936 - 1962
Scope and Contents
The papers comprise a minutes book for the early years, humorous material associated with the members of the Society, and more serious papers related to the official business of the society.
Dates
- Creation: 1936 - 1962
Conditions Governing Access
Some records contain personal information as defined under the terms of the Data Protection Act (1998) and will be reserved.
Biographical / Historical
The Widor Society was inaugurated in October 1936 with Robert Affleck, Tom A. Greeves and D.J. Behrens as officers. The object was 'to promote the knowledge and appreciation of the works of the composer Charles-Marie Jean Albert Widor (1844-1937), and to give publicity to his works, through the gramophone and by any other means.' Widor was a French organist and composer.
Language of Materials
English
Former / Other Reference
KCAS/21
Finding aid date
2004-03-25 14:41:15+00:00
Repository Details
Part of the Archive Centre, King's College, Cambridge Repository
Archivist
King's College
Cambridge CB2 1ST United Kingdom
+44 (0)1223 331444
archivist@kings.cam.ac.uk