The Russell Howland Papers consist of original holograph scores and arrangements by Russell Howland; in some cases related descriptions by the composer have been retained as well. Most of the compositions are intended for concert band or small woodwind ensembles and date from 1944 to 1971. The papers are divided into two series: original compositions and arrangements.
Dates
1920-1958, undated
Condition Description
Binding issues for some items. A handful of facsimile items created using spirit duplicator (i.e. Ditto) process. Some reasonable soiling and wear, but otherwise stable.
Russell Howland (1908-1995) was a student of Albert Austin Harding at the University of Illnois. After graduation, he spent most of his career as a bandmaster and instructor of woodwind at California State University, Fresno, becoming widely known as a woodwind specialist and an early advocate of the clarinet choir. He was elected to the American Bandmasters' Association in 1954. Most of his works remain unpublished.
Condition Description
Binding issues for some items. A handful of facsimile items created using spirit duplicator (i.e. Ditto) process. Some reasonable soiling and wear, but otherwise stable.
Processing Information
Due to COVID, the processing of this collection has been left at the point where the old series need updating in addition to adding the new series into physical boxes. All the materials have been left on a cart in the work room (should have folders on top with Howland score folders, look similar to the ones already processed). All materials have been added onto ASpace and only need to be housed.
