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September 27, 1952

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 20

Scope and contents note

From the Collection:

The major portion of the correspondence from Edith Sitwell to composer Humphrey Searle (1915-1982) refers to their collaboration on setting some of Sitwell's works to music by Searle. The collection includes correspondence from Sitwell's brothers, Sir Osbert Sitwell and Sacheverell Sitwell, as well as from Cecil Gray.

Dates

  • From the Series: 1949 - 1961

Conditions governing access note

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Library Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off-site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.25 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English

Container Summary

Reference to Searle's operas; George Cukor's proposed film adaptation, by Columbia Pictures, of one of Sitwell's books.

Repository Details

Part of the Georgetown University Manuscripts Repository

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