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C. Alexander Peloquin papers

 Collection
Identifier: P025-2011-08

Scope and Contents

Includes original music scores, instrument parts, correspondence, programs, newspaper clippings, articles, birth certificate, music from other composers.

Dates

  • 1940-1987

Creator

Language of Materials

English

Conditions Governing Access:

This collection is open for research.

Biographical Information:

C. Alexander Peloquin was born June 16, 1918, and died February 27, 1997. He is known for composing the first Roman Catholic Mass sung in English, and was a significant composer of liturgical music. During his liturgical music career, he directed and participated in performances of his compositions, and was also a pianist and an organist.

Extent

9.93 Linear Feet (20 containers)

Author
Lisa Gonzalez
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Catholic Theological Union Repository

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