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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 73 Collections and/or Records:

"Fight, Fight Blue and White"

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005155], Folder: 108
Scope and Contents

This file consists of sheet music to 'Fight, Fight Blue and White' also referred to as 'Hail to Our Alma Mater.' The song was written for Washington and Lee University and dedicated to R.H. Carr, cheer leader.

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

"Fight, Fight Blue and White"

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005156], Folder: 109
Scope and Contents

This file consists of hand-written sheet music for 'Fight, Fight Blue and White.'

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

"Gaby"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005131], Folder: 84
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

"Gentle Mary Laid Her Child"

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005044], Folder: 10
Scope and Contents

This file consists of one original and four copies. The piece was for the choir of the Lexington Presbyterian Church.

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

"Hebrew Lullaby"

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005180], Folder: 130
Scope and Contents

'Hebrew Lullaby' was dedicated to Mrs. Walter Forrester.

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

"Hosanna, Loud Hosanna The Little Children Sang", 1942-08

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005144], Folder: 97
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: 1942-08

"I Don't Know How To"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005117], Folder: 71
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

"I Have a Little Painted Doll", 1927-05-24

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005176], Folder: 126
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: 1927-05-24

"I Saw Three Ships", 1929-11

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005045], Folder: 11
Scope and Contents

This file consists of one copy of the piece. It was arranged for the Madrigal Club of Lexington, Va.

Dates: 1929-11

"I'd Like to Be a Vampire"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005118], Folder: 72
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

"If I Knew"

 File — Box 6: [Barcode: 0000005205], Folder: 152
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

"If in the Night"

 File — Box 5: [Barcode: 0000005179], Folder: 129
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

"Invocation", 1924-04-14

 File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000005093], Folder: 49
Scope and Contents

Graham composed the work for Miss MacDonald, Mr. Leyburn, and two pianos.

Dates: 1924-04-14

John Alexander Graham Papers

 Collection
Identifier: WLU-Coll-0307
Scope and Contents

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

"Life is Like a Butterfly"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005121], Folder: 75
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

"Love Cannot Be Hidden"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005120], Folder: 74
Scope and Contents

This file consists of sheet music from Washington and Lee's Troubadours' prouduction of 'The Lady in Green.'

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

"Lullay, My Liking", 1934-07

 File — Box 1: [Barcode: 0000005047], Folder: 13
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: 1934-07

"May Moon"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005119], Folder: 73
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

"Melody in D#­"

 File — Box 3: [Barcode: 0000005111], Folder: 66
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

Miscellaneous Sheet Music

 File — Box 6A: [Barcode: 0000005217], Folder: 162
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

"Moment Sentimental"

 File — Box 3: [Barcode: 0000005109], Folder: 65
Scope and Contents

The music was written for Mr. Ammerman.

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

"My True Love"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005124], Folder: 77
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

"Nunc Deimittis in A flat"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005149], Folder: 102
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

"Our God, Our Help in Ages Past", 1938-10

 File — Box 2: [Barcode: 0000005084], Folder: 40
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: 1938-10

"Rose of Bagdad"

 File — Box 4: [Barcode: 0000005125], Folder: 78
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