Domino, Fats, 1928-2017
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Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Hugo Keesing collection on popular music memorabilia
Collection
0342-SCPA
Found in:
Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library
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Hugo Keesing collection on popular music memorabilia
Abstract
The Hugo Keesing popular music memorabilia finding aid describes all popular music memorabilia throughout the Keesing Collections at the University of Maryland. The listed materials belong to six separate collections on popular music and culture. All materials are gifts of Dr. Hugo Keesing, a former professor of American Studies at the University of Maryland, and Dr. Keesing's brother, Wouter Keesing. Included are items such as ticket stubs, apparel, jewelry, games, cups, and stickers. The...
Wouter Keesing collection on Fats Domino and New Orleans R&B
Collection
0070-SCPA
Found in:
Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library
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Wouter Keesing collection on Fats Domino and New Orleans R&B
Abstract
Antoine "Fats" Domino, Jr., (b. New Orleans, LA, February 26, 1928; d. Harvey, LA, October 24, 2017) was an iconic figure in the history of rock 'n' roll in the United States. The peak of his career took place in the 1950s, but he was actively involved in the music industry for most of his life. Renowned as a pianist and singer-songwriter, some of Fats Domino's greatest hits include "Blueberry Hills" (1956) and "Ain't That A Shame" (1955). This collection has been separated into six series...