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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:

"Song of Exile", 1924-05-14

 File — Box 6: [Barcode: 0000005197], Folder: 144
Scope and Contents

The file includes a description of the piece.

Dates: 1924-05-14
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"Song of the Volga Boatmen" in Sonata Form, 1937-01

 File — Box 3: [Barcode: 0000005103], Folder: 59
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: 1937-01
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"Spirit of God, descended upon my heart"

 File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000005083], Folder: 39
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
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"Spring Twilight"

 File — Box 6: [Barcode: 0000005210], Folder: 156
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
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"String Quartet"

 File — Box 3: [Barcode: 0000005104], Folder: 60
Scope and Contents

This file contains the violin I and II, viola, and cello music for Graham's 'String Quartet.'

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"Tavern Song"

 File — Box 6: [Barcode: 0000005198], Folder: 145
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
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"The Blue Ridge", 1935-06-29

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005162], Folder: 113
Scope and Contents

This file consists of sheet music for 'The Blue Ridge' for male chorus, dedicated to the Glee Club of Washington and Lee.

Dates: 1935-06-29
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"The Dead Men's Song", 1931-08

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005166], Folder: 117
Scope and Contents

This file was written for male chorus and dedicated to the Glee Club of Washington and Lee University.

Dates: 1931-08
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"The Henchman", 1919-03

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005172], Folder: 123
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: 1919-03
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"The Land of Our Heart's Desire"

 File — Box 6: [Barcode: 0000005182], Folder: 132
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
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"The Light That Lies in Woman's Eyes"

 File — Box 3: [Barcode: 0000005108], Folder: 64
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
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"The Mildly Military Memories of a Refugee, Intelligence Officer and Civil Affairs Administrator in World War 1."

 File — Box 7: [Barcode: 0000005226], Folder: 7
Scope and Contents

This file consists of Graham's war memoirs.

Dates: Inclusive 1910-1947; Majority of material found within Bulk 1915-1947
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"The Mother-Heart", 1917-12-25

 File — Box 6: [Barcode: 0000005188], Folder: 136
Scope and Contents

Graham dedicated this to W. S. Hastings.

Dates: 1917-12-25
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"The Night Will Never Stay", 1937-08-20

 File — Box 6: [Barcode: 0000005189], Folder: 137
Scope and Contents

'The Night Will Never Stay' was for Charles William Karraker, Jr.

Dates: 1937-08-20
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"The Only Girl"

 File — Box 6: [Barcode: 0000005191], Folder: 139
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
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

The War Years - Official Papers, 1914 - 1919

 File — Box 7: [Barcode: 0000005221], Folder: 2
Scope and Contents

This file consists of official documents, such as merandums, official business letters, and reciepts, from John Aleander Graham's war years.

Dates: 1914 - 1919
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"The Way of a Maid with a Man"

 File — Box 6: [Barcode: 0000005201], Folder: 148
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
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"The World's Desire", 1929-08-02

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005053], Folder: 19
Scope and Contents

This piece was composed for The Madrigal Club of Lexington, Va.

Dates: 1929-08-02
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"Twelve Harsh Measures Against the Piano: a brief episode in consecutive fifths and tenths"

 File — Box 3: [Barcode: 0000005105], Folder: 61
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
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"Two Piano Pieces: Consecutive Sevenths for a Consistent First, Twelve Harsh Measures Against the Piano"

 File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000005088], Folder: 44
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
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

Untitled

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005154], Folder: 107
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
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

Untitled

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005133], Folder: 86
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
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"Valse Ignoble et Sentimentale" - pour deux pianos, 1924-04-28

 File — Box 3: [Barcode: 0000005106], Folder: 62
Scope and Contents

Graham wrote and dedicated the music to Anne MacDonald and James G. Leyburn.

Dates: 1924-04-28
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

"Valse Triste"

 File — Box 3: [Barcode: 0000005107], Folder: 63
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
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

Verses 1-3 of "Whistle It" from "Oh, Professor!", 1921

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005129], Folder: 82
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: 1921
Found in: Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives / John Alexander Graham Papers

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