The archive comprises autographs of complete works, fragments and sketches of music composed by Gordon Crosse. There is also a small number of material in copyists' hands and proofs annotated by the composer. Many of the works include commisioning information and details of first performances.
Dates
- Creation: 1955-2010, n.d.
Extent
7.0 Linear metres (58 physical shelfmarks)
Language of Materials
- English
Conditions Governing Access
Some material is closed.
Preferred Citation
Oxford, Bodleian Libraries [followed by shelfmark and folio or page reference, e.g. MS. 12518/1].
Full range of shelfmarks:
MSS. Mus. b.403-446 and c.692-705
Collection ID (for staff)
CMD ID 12518
Abstract
Collection of autograph manuscripts of music by Gordon Crosse.
Biographical / Historical
Gordon Crosse (b. 1937) is a British composer. For details of his life and work see Oxford Music Online.
Arrangement
Items in the archive follow the traditional order for musical works. Within categories, compositions are listed in chronological order.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Donated by Gordon Crosse, June 2017.
Subject
- Crosse | Gordon | b 1937 | composer (Person)
- Title
- Catalogue of the music archive of Gordon Crosse (b. 1937)
- Status
- Published
- Author
- Finding aid prepared by Margaret Czepiel
- Date
- 2019
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Bodleian Libraries Repository
Weston Library
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Oxford OX1 3BG United Kingdom
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