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Graham, John Alexander

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1895 - 1947

Biography

B.A., W&L, 1914; M.A. Assistant professor romance languages, W&L, 1919; associate professor, W&L, 1920; professor Spanish and fine arts, W&L, 1940-47. See Trustees Papers, June 5, 1947 (resolution on death).

Found in 185 Collections and/or Records:

"A Carol: For Mixed Voices"

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005040], Folder: 7
Scope and Contents

This file consists of orignals and of the published work.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"A Child's Song of Christmas", 1935

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005041], Folder: 8
Scope and Contents

This file consists of published copies of the piece as well as original copies made for James G. Leyburn and Mary Monroe Penick. The piece was written for The Children's Choir of The Presbyterian Church of Lexington, Va. It also contains copies for violin, violin II, viola, and cello.

Dates: 1935

"A Chinese Boat Song"

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005164], Folder: 115
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This collection includes Graham's compositions, World War I papers and correspondence, memorabilia of Washington and Lee University activities, scores, sheet music, notebooks, and other correspondence.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"A Christmas Folk-Song", 1932-10-21

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005043], Folder: 9
Scope and Contents

The piece was arranged and dedicated to Alfred Finch and the Glee Club of Sweet Briar College. The file consists of two original copies and three printed copies. One of the copies is signed by John A. Graham.

Dates: 1932-10-21

"A Fancy from Fontenelle", 1933-05

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005171], Folder: 122
Scope and Contents

This is a choral ballad written for a chorus of women's voices with piano forte accompaniment. Graham wrote and dedicated the work to Miss Virginia Egol and the Choral Club of Hollins College.

Dates: 1933-05

"A Girl and a Moonlight Night"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005115], Folder: 70
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This collection includes Graham's compositions, World War I papers and correspondence, memorabilia of Washington and Lee University activities, scores, sheet music, notebooks, and other correspondence.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"A la Claire Fontaine"

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005159], Folder: 111
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This collection includes Graham's compositions, World War I papers and correspondence, memorabilia of Washington and Lee University activities, scores, sheet music, notebooks, and other correspondence.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"A Litany for Children", 1940-04-30

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005146], Folder: 99
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This collection includes Graham's compositions, World War I papers and correspondence, memorabilia of Washington and Lee University activities, scores, sheet music, notebooks, and other correspondence.

Dates: 1940-04-30

"A Washington and Lee Hymn", 1927-09-03

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005158], Folder: 110
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This collection includes Graham's compositions, World War I papers and correspondence, memorabilia of Washington and Lee University activities, scores, sheet music, notebooks, and other correspondence.

Dates: 1927-09-03

"Additional Descants"

 File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000005060], Folder: 22
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This collection includes Graham's compositions, World War I papers and correspondence, memorabilia of Washington and Lee University activities, scores, sheet music, notebooks, and other correspondence.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"All Glory, Laud, and Honor", 1939

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005039], Folder: 6
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This collection includes Graham's compositions, World War I papers and correspondence, memorabilia of Washington and Lee University activities, scores, sheet music, notebooks, and other correspondence.

Dates: 1939

"Andante Cantabile"

 File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000005085], Folder: 41
Scope and Contents

John A. Graham abridged and arranged the music for a violin duet with piano accompaniment

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"Annie Laurie"

 File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000005086], Folder: 42
Scope and Contents

This file includes arrangements for violin I, violin II, viola, and cello.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"Ave Verum"

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005054], Folder: 20
Scope and Contents

The piece was for the choir of Trinity Episcopal Church, Staunton, Va.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"Be with us through the night"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005137], Folder: 90
Scope and Contents

'Be with us through the night' is an evening anthem or a quartet or chorus of male voices.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"Benediction & Manifold Amen"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005135], Folder: 88
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This collection includes Graham's compositions, World War I papers and correspondence, memorabilia of Washington and Lee University activities, scores, sheet music, notebooks, and other correspondence.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"Benediction Response", 1944-10

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005136], Folder: 89
Scope and Contents

Dedicated to the Lexington Presbyterian Choir

Dates: 1944-10

Book for "Oh, Professor!", 1921

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005036], Folder: 3
Scope and Contents

'Oh Professor!' was revised by Graham from an earlier edition of the musical comedy, 'Let's Dance.'

Dates: 1921

"Bridge in the Afternoon"

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005163], Folder: 114
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This collection includes Graham's compositions, World War I papers and correspondence, memorabilia of Washington and Lee University activities, scores, sheet music, notebooks, and other correspondence.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"Chanson In Doue"

 File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000005087], Folder: 43
Scope and Contents

This piece was arranged by Graham for a cello.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"Chanson of The Bells of Oseney", 1926-05

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005138], Folder: 91
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This collection includes Graham's compositions, World War I papers and correspondence, memorabilia of Washington and Lee University activities, scores, sheet music, notebooks, and other correspondence.

Dates: 1926-05

"Children's Song of the Nativity", 1930-02

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005042], Folder: 8A
Scope and Contents

This song was composed for Eric Rath and the Hollins Choir.

Dates: 1930-02

Choral Contests and Miscellany, 1932 - 1933

 File — Box 9: [Barcode: 0000005277], Folder: 6
Scope and Contents

This file consists of a copy of The Music Club Magazine, part of The Virginia Musician, South Atlantic Intercollegiate Glee Club Association Bulletin #10, September 29, 1932, Intercollegiate Musical Council Bulletin, October 1932, and correspondence between Alvin C. Busse and Graham about reprinting rights of the Alma Mater or New York University.

Dates: 1932 - 1933

"Chorale and Response After Prayer"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005139], Folder: 92
Scope and Contents

Dedeicated to Miss Mary Monroe Penick and the Choir of the Presbyterian Church.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947

"Christ The Lord Is Risen Today"

 File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000005081], Folder: 37
Scope and Contents From the Collection:

This collection includes Graham's compositions, World War I papers and correspondence, memorabilia of Washington and Lee University activities, scores, sheet music, notebooks, and other correspondence.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947