Donald McGinnis papers

Dr. Donald McGinnis (1917-2016) was a prominent band director, clarinetist, flutist, teacher, and clinician through the middle of the 20th century. He served as the woodwind instructor and assistant director of the Concert Band and Marching Band in 1941 at the Ohio State University. In 1952 he was promoted to director of the Ohio State University Concert Band, which he led in performances at Carnegie Hall and other tours. Dr. McGinnis held this position until he retired in 1979. The Donald McGinnis Papers covers the period from 1939-2015; the bulk of the materials date from 1940 to 1990. The collection consists of both personal and professional papers including correspondence, band materials, programs, educational materials, photographs, clippings, scores, and recordings related to Dr. McGinnis's work as a music educator, clarinetist, flutist, and conductor, including his work with the Ohio State University, American Bandmasters Association, the Midwest Clinic, the College Band Director’s National Association, the Columbus Symphony Orchestra, and the Southeastern Ohio Symphony Orchestra.