Jacques Abram collection, 1922-1998
Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Cardina, Claire (1931-2013)
- Abram, Jacques, 1915-1998
- Extent:
- 5.42 Linear Feet
- 13 boxes
- Language:
- English
Background
- Scope and content:
The collection consists one photograph album, four scrapbooks, one box of loose items, and three boxes containing primarily press clipping, programs, and concert announcements along with a small amount of correspondence. The collection also includes 38 1/2 inch tape reels, 8 cassettes, 4 oversized ampex reels, and10 LPs.
- Biographical / historical:
Jacques Abram was born in Lufkin, Texas in 1915. His musical talent was recognized by the age of 6. He took lessons from Hu T. Huffmaster and became a protege of Arthur Shattuck. He was awarded a scholarship to the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia and later Juillard Graduate School in New York. The materials document Abram's worldwide professional career as a concert pianist and include his years as resident artist at Oklahoma College for Women beginning in 1955, artist teacher at the Royal Conservatory of Music - University of Toronto from 1960 to 1963, and professor at the University of South Florida Fine Arts Department from 1963 until his death in 1998.
There is little about him during World War II when he served in the military, and after 1970 when he stopped playing concerts. The collection represents his achievements as a concert pianist with few references to his personal life.
- Physical description:
- Audio material consists of 38 reels, 8 cassettes, and 10 long playing records.
Indexed terms
Access and use
- Restrictions:
The contents of this collection may be subject to copyright. Visit the United States Copyright Office's website at http://www.copyright.gov/ for more information.
- Location of this collection:
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The University of South Florida, Tampa Campus4202 East Fowler Ave. LIB122TampaFL33620-5400USA
