Shura Cherkassky collection
Abstract
The collection documents the life and career of Russian-born pianist, Shura (Alexander) Cherkassky. It includes programs, scrapbooks, clippings, personal and family papers, memorabilia, and photographs.
Dates
- Creation: 1887-1998
Creator
- Cherkassky, Shura, 1909-1995 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Biographical / Historical
Russian-born pianist Shura (Alexander) Cherkassky studied at the Curtis Institute of Music under Josef Hofmann and received his diploma in 1935. Known as a romantic pianist, he made numerous recordings and toured worldwide.
Full Extent
1.8 Linear feet ((1) archival box, (1) photo box)
Language of Materials
English
Arrangement
The collection is arranged into the following series: 1. Programs 2. Scrapbooks and clippings 3. Personal and family papers 4. Memorabilia and miscellaneous materials 5. Photographs
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of Shura Cherkassky's family
Subject
- Cherkassky, Shura, 1909-1995 (Person)
- Title
- Shura Cherkassky collection
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Barbara Benedett and Sheralyn Milton
- Date
- 2026
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Edition statement
- revised 2017
Revision Statements
- 2017-04-13: expanded to include list of programs and added locations
- Original Finding Aid by Joanne Seitter, 2004
Repository Details
Part of the Curtis Institute of Music Archives Repository