Russell S. Howland papers
Collection
0316-SCPA
The bulk of the Russell S. Howland papers consists 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.
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.
18 Linear Feet
Russell S. 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. He became 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 Most of his works remain unpublished.
This collection is organized into five series.
The most recent accessions of the Russell S. Howland papers were donated by Lawrence Honda in 2019.
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.
Part of the Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library