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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 72 Collections and/or Records:

"Saraband: for a recent graduate", 1937-07-09

 File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000005099], Folder: 55
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: 1937-07-09

"Second the Notion", 1934

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005178], Folder: 128
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: 1934

"Sonata for Violin and Piano"

 File — Box 3: [Barcode: 0000005102], Folder: 58
Scope and Contents

This file consists of two notebooks with the music for 'Sonata for Violin and Piano.'

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

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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

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

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

"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

"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

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

Washington and Lee Songs

 File — Box 8: [Barcode: 0000005245], Folder: 8
Scope and Contents

This file includes sheet music for 'Fight, Fight Blue and White' and 'Washington and Lee Swing.'

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

"What's in a Name?"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005126], Folder: 79
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

"When I Have You and You Have Me"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005127], Folder: 80
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

"When You're Away"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005128], Folder: 81
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

"Why So Pale and Wan, Fond Lover"

 File — Box 6: [Barcode: 0000005211], Folder: 157
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

"Wonder of Wonders (Let's Dance)"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005130], Folder: 83
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

"You Were Made For Me"

 File — Box 6: [Barcode: 0000005212], Folder: 158
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