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The naked ear : [score]

Item is a conductor's score for "The Naked Ear," a concert work composed by Paul Cram in 1991 for Upstream Ensemble, which debuted at Saint Mary's University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on November 24, 1991.
The model serves its master / University of the Air

The model serves its master / University of the Air

Item is lecture three of University of the Air's "Structures of Sound" series, recorded on September 8, 1979 for broadcast on CJCH-TV. The episode was presented by Dr. Walter Kemp, chairman of the Department of Music at Dalhousie University, and pianist and professor Lynn Stodola. Production staff included Linda Moore, production assistant; John Silver, technical producer; Cy True, director and producer; and Nancy Fraser, national coordinator.
The masters' model / University of the Air

The masters' model / University of the Air

Item is lecture two of University of the Air's "Structures of Sound" series, recorded on September 8, 1979 for broadcast on CJCH-TV. The episode was presented by Dr. Walter Kemp, chairman of the Department of Music at Dalhousie University, and pianist and professor Lynn Stodola. Production staff included Linda Moore, production assistant; John Silver, technical producer; Cy True, director and producer; and Nancy Fraser, national coordinator.

The magic order : [score]

Item is a facsimile score for voice; trumpet; soprano sax/flute; trumpet 2; alto sax; trombone; tenor sax/clarinet; bass trombone; baritone sax/flute; guitar 1; guitar 2; synthesizer 2; piano 1; contrabass 2; drums 2; drums 1; and percussion.

The magic order : [score]

Item is an annotated score of a work first performed by Upstream Orchestra in memory of Steve Lacy on May 18, 2013 at the International Festival de Musique Actuel, which commissioned the work, in Victoriaville, Quebec. The piece was played alongside "Convoy HFX" and "Witch Gong Gang II/10." The Upstream Orchestra included Jeff Reilly, conduction; bass clarinet, Tena Palmer; voice, Rick Waychesko; trumpet, Chris Mitchell; soprano sax/flute, Paul Tynan; trumpet, Kenny MacKay; alto sax, Danny Martin; trombone, Paul Cram; tenor sax/clarinet, Tom Walsh; trombone, Dawn Hatfield; baritone sax, flute, Geordie Haley; guitar, Scott McMillan; guitar, Tim Crofts; synthesizer, Steven Naylor; piano, Lukas Pearse; contrabass-electronics, David Burton; drums, Danny Parker/contrabass, Doug Cameron; drums; and Erin Donovan, percussion.

The top of the score pages are in standard notation and provide the music for different instruments. The bottom half of each page is in graphic notation with symbols noting improvisational cues and solos for each instrument. There also parts for B, Bb, Eb, bass, and drums. There are two pages of smaller visual notations. The score was composed for voice; 2 trumpets; 2 trombones; soprano sax/flute; alto sax; tenor sax/clarinet; baritone sax; piano; synthesizer; 2 guitars; 2 basses; 2 drum sets; and percussion.

The international gospel festival '92

Item is a poster for the International Gospel Festival in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The festival featured performances by Etta James, Odetta, Walter Borden and God's Trombones, Martin Luther King III, and others.

The immortal coil

Item is an audio cassette with a recording of the concert work "The Immortal Coil" composed by Paul Cram and performed by the Upstream Ensemble at St. Mary's University.
The hostage act 3

The hostage act 3

Item is a video recording of the Dalhousie Department of Theatre production of The Hostage by Brendan Behan, performed from 21 October to 25 October 1983. The item is a recording of act III. The production was directed by Brian McKay and produced by Dalhousie Theatre Productions. The production was staged at Studio One.
The hostage act 2

The hostage act 2

Item is a video recording of the Dalhousie Department of Theatre production of The Hostage by Brendan Behan, performed from 21 October to 25 October 1983. The item is a recording of act II. The production was directed by Brian McKay and produced by Dalhousie Theatre Productions. The production was staged at Studio One.

The Easter suite: a gospel cantata for orchestra, choir, and soloists

Item is a poster for the world premiere of "The Easter Suite: A Gospel Cantata for Orchestra, Choir, and Soloists," with the Nova Scotia Mass Choir and Symphony Nova Scotia. The concert included featured guest artists Walter Borden, Jeremiah Sparks, and others. Composed and conducted by Woody Woods. Presented by the Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium in 1999.
The Caucasian chalk circle

The Caucasian chalk circle

Item is a video recording of the Dalhousie Department of Theatre production of The Caucasian Chalk Circle by Bertolt Brecht as translated by James and Tania Stern, performed from 11 to 14 February 2009. The production was directed by Margot Dionne and produced by DalTheatre with musical direction by Chuck Homewood. The production was staged at the David MacK. Murray Theatre.
The age of reason makes its models / University of the Air

The age of reason makes its models / University of the Air

Item is lecture one of University of the Air's "Structures of Sound" series, recorded on September 8, 1979 for broadcast on CJCH-TV. The episode was presented by Dr. Walter Kemp, chairman of the Department of Music at Dalhousie University, and pianist and professor Lynn Stodola. Production staff included Linda Moore, production assistant; John Silver, technical producer; Cy True, director and producer; and Nancy Fraser, national coordinator.

Symphony Nova Scotia presents a Martin Luther King Jr. tribute

Item is a poster for Symphony Nova Scotia and Nova Scotia Mass Choir's annual Martin Luther King concert. The concert was held at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium in Halifax, Nova Scotia and featured the choir's artistic director, Woody Woods, and guest conductor, Brainerd Blyden-Taylor.
Sunday CBC recital live from Halifax - May 24, 1959

Sunday CBC recital live from Halifax - May 24, 1959

Item is a reel-to-reel recording of a Sunday recital by Sheila Piercey on CBC Live. Handwritten notes on the label inserted in the box read:
Pianist, Gorden McPhearson
Michaela's aria - Carmen
Nell - Fauré
Air de Lia - Debussy
Compositions by Norman Peterkin: A)The Tide Rises, The Tide Falls B) Sleep, White Love
Turina, Spanish composer - 4 songs
25 years old (Sheila Piercey)
Steve Lacy and Mal Waldron

Steve Lacy and Mal Waldron

Item is a poster for a music event held on September 3 at The Church, 5657 North Street., Halifax. The event was presented by Eye Level Gallery and CKDU 97.5 FM.
Star candles and holy boy - Melva Graham and Sheila Piercey rehearsal (side B)

Star candles and holy boy - Melva Graham and Sheila Piercey rehearsal (side B)

  • MS-5-20, Box 2, Cassette 42
  • Item
  • December 12, 1983 and January 22, 1984

    • Part of Sheila Piercey fonds

Item is an audio recording of Sheila Piercey's rehearsal sessions. Handwritten notes on the label inserted in the cassette case read: "Dec 12/1983: Star Candles and Holy Boy - Melva Graham and Sheila Piercey rehearsal for UCW candlelight service at Bethany United Church, Rehearsal Jan 22/1984: solo "Cry in the Wilderness" (mum taping)." The recording is on side B of audio cassette.
St. Carmen act 2

St. Carmen act 2

Item is a video recording of the Dalhousie Department of Theatre production of Sainte-Carmen of the Main by Michel Tremblay, performed from 16 to 20 October 1990. This item is a recording of act II. The production was directed by Tom Diamond and produced by Dalhousie Theatre Productions. The production was staged at the Sir James Dunn Theatre.
St. Carmen act 1

St. Carmen act 1

Item is a video recording of the Dalhousie Department of Theatre production of Sainte-Carmen of the Main by Michel Tremblay, performed from 16 to 20 October 1990. This item is a recording of act I. The production was directed by Tom Diamond and produced by Dalhousie Theatre Productions. The production was staged at the Sir James Dunn Theatre.
Sound symposium

Sound symposium

Item is a poster for an event held at the Dalhousie University Music Department on November 21, 1984.

Sound recording of Touch of Hope

Item is a sound recording of the musical group, Touch of Hope, performing at the Economy Shoe Shop restaurant in Halifax, Nova Scotia on November 18, 1996.

Touch of Hope is Jeremiah Sparks, Michael Bailey, Novelee Buchan, and Lenora Downey.

Sound recording of Nova Scotia Mass Choir performance

Item is the master sound recording of the Nova Scotia Mass Choir performing "In Pursuit of a Dream," the annual Martin Luther King concert.

The track listing includes "None of Us are Free," "Oh Freedom," "Color Me Love," "Teach Peace," "How Long," "Learn to Dream," "I Have a Dream for the World," and "We Can Change the World."

Sound recording of Nova Scotia Mass Choir at the Natal Day Festival

Item is a sound recording of the Nova Scotia Mass Choir performing at the Natal Day festival at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic on July 31, 1994.

Songs performed include "A Storm is Passing Over," "He Never Failed Me Yet," "I Surrender All," "Nobody," "Wonderful," "Lift Him Up," and "You Don't Know."

Sound recording of Linda Carvery performances

Item is a sound recording of Linda Carvery performances.

Side A contains recordings of CBC Mainstreet and CBC Sheelagh Rogers. Side B contains recordings of the Springhill graduation on CBC Information Morning.

Sound recording of Gospel Family : [radio program]

Item is a sound recording of the radio series, "Gospel Family," on CBC Atlantic Airwaves. The radio program was produced and narrated by Rosie Fraser. Side A of the cassette includes an interview with the Williams family.

Solar system / Paul Cram

Item is Paul Cram's facsimile score for saxophone quartet and tape, performed June 1984. The first page comprises program notes describing the composition as a variation on the Icarus myth; the second page is a schemata for between movements.

SMU

  • MS-5-21, Box 7, Cassette 44
  • Item
  • january 27, 1996

    • Part of Paul Cram fonds

Item is an audio cassette with a recording of a performance at St. Mary's University by the Upstream Ensemble.

Side steppin' 1 : [score]

Item is the score for a composition by Bauer. Bauer divided the instruments into three groups: (1) guitar, oboe, piano, violin; (2) violin, viola, cello, xylophone; and (3) bass clarinet, electric bass, and acoustic bass. The composition alternates between 3/8,4/8, 5/8, 6/8, 7/8, 8/8, 9/8, 10/8, and 12/8 at a tempo of 100 eighth-notes per minute. The score is printed on the back of Bauer's resume.

Bauer, Bob

Sheila's practice session (side A)

Sheila's practice session (side A)

Item is an audio recording titled "Sheila practice - Nov/81 Joan Patenaude (Erik) Satie," recorded by Sheila Piercey. The recording is on side A of audio cassette.
Second rehearsal in cohn (side B)

Second rehearsal in cohn (side B)

Item is an audio recording of the second rehearsal for "La Boheme" in the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium at the Dalhousie Arts Centre made by Sheila Piercey on February 11, 1981. Full title as appears on audio cassette label is "1) Mimi's aria 2) 3 wedding solos - Sullivan 5/1/81" The recording is on side B of audio cassette.
Saint Mary's University Arts Gallery presents : Upstream : [poster]

Saint Mary's University Arts Gallery presents : Upstream : [poster]

Item is a poster advertising a concert at Saint Mary's University Art Gallery sponsored by Canada Council Explorations Program and Nova Scotia Department of Tourism and Culture, featuring Paul Cram, saxophone; Sandy Moore, Irish harp and synthesizer; Bob Bauer, guitar; Steve Tittle, trumpet and flugel horn; Tom Roach, percussion; Don Palmer, saxophone and flute; Steven Naylor, keyboards; and Jeff Reilly, clarinet and bass clarinet.

Round one

  • MS-5-21, Box 7, Cassette 42
  • Item
  • February 18, 1997

    • Part of Paul Cram fonds

Item is an audio cassette with a recording of a performance at the St. Mary's University Art Gallery by the Upstream Ensemble with members of Symphony Nova Scotia.

Requiem for solo voices and chorus

Item is a reduced piano score of the English version (translated by C.I. Kenney) of Verdi's Requiem, written in memory of Alessandro Manzoni. The flyleaf of the book was signed for J.D. Logan by the soloists of the Philharmonic Spring Musical Festival in Halifax, Nova Scotia: Grace Kerns (soprano), Judson House (tenor), Fred Patton (baritone), and Nevada Van der Veer (contralto). The file also includes a newspaper clipping of Logan's review of the concert from the Halifax Herald (April 26, 1922).

Verdi, Giuseppe

Rehearsal with Helen Murray for MATS teachers recital (side A)

Rehearsal with Helen Murray for MATS teachers recital (side A)

Item is an audio recording of Sheila Piercey's rehearsal session: The first part of the recording is a rehearsal with Helen Murray for MATS recital singing "L'altra notte in fondo al mare" (from Mefistofele) composed by Boito. The second part of the recording (22:42) is a rehearsal for a CBC radio play called "Road to Rankin's Point" in October 1998. The recording is on side A of the audio cassette and continues on side B.
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