Allan Blank Papers

Access and use

Location of collection:
Old Dominion University
3023 Patricia W. and J. Douglas Perry Library
Old Dominion University
4427 Hampton Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23529
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Jessica Ritchie
Phone: (757) 683-4483
Fax: (757) 683-5954
Restrictions:

Open to researchers without restrictions.

Terms of access:

Before publishing quotations or excerpts from any materials, permission must be obtained from Special Collections and University Archives, and the holder of the copyright, if not Old Dominion University Libraries.

Preferred citation:

[Identification of item], Box [insert number], Folder [insert number and title], Allan Blank Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.

Summary

Extent:
62.30 Linear Feet
Creator:
Blank, Allan (1925-2013)
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

[Identification of item], Box [insert number], Folder [insert number and title], Allan Blank Papers, Special Collections and University Archives, Old Dominion University Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The Allan Blank Papers consist primarily of scores (mainly in manuscript and facsimile formats) and materials related directly to his significant compositions and published materials, including programs, reviews and recordings. His compositions encompass a wide range of instrumentation and format. His works include pieces for a solo instrument, full orchestra, chamber ensemble, voice, music for children, and opera. Materials in this collection also document some of Mr. Blank's personal and professional interests.

Acquisition information:

Allan Blank

Gift

Processing information:

The collection was processed by Jessica Mirasol in 2010.

Arrangement:

This collection has been organized into seven series: Series I: Original Compositions; Series II: Sketches and Sketchbooks; Series III: Correspondence; Series IV: Programs; Series V: Publicity; Series VI: Personal and Professional Reference Materials; and Series VII: Videos and Recordings.

Accruals:

Additions were made in 2000, 2009, and 2010.

Physical / technical requirements:

Original reel to reel recordings are not available for use.

Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard