Walton, William, Sir, 1973 February 21
Item — Box: 2, Folder: 9
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The collection primarily spans Shaffer's time as a student at the Curtis Institute of Music through her international career as the first female flute soloist. Included are personal diaries, correspondence, photographs, performance reviews, and scrapbooks compiled by Shaffer. It also contains items related to William Kincaid, Shaffer's teacher at Curtis and lifelong friend.
Dates
- Creation: 1973 February 21
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Biographical / Historical
Walton (1902 - 1983) was a British composer primarily known for his orchestral music. He wrote this letter to Efrem Kurtz after Elaine's death.
Extent
From the Collection: 4 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Curtis Institute of Music Archives Repository