Collection Summary
Collection Title
Papers and correspondence of Joseph Needham
Description
The largest component of the section is the papers of his mother, Alicia Adelaide Needham,composer and pianist, which were inherited by Joseph Needham on her death, including her autobiography 'A Daughter of Music', her diaries covering the period 1879-1924, a long sequence of her musical compositions (many of which were published) together with other material relating to her career as pianist and composer, and an extensive correspondence 1877-1921.
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Format
- Manuscript music
- Private papers/diaries/letters
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M-F 9.30-6.45, S 9.30-4.30. Closed 16-23 September
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Location Details
University of Cambridge, University Library, Department of Manuscripts and University Archives
Department of Manuscripts and University Archives
West Road
Cambridge CB3 9DR Open Map
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Visiting Information
Mon-Fri 9.30-18.50 ; Sat 9.30-16.30. Closed for 7 working days beginning 16 September or first working day thereafter for annual inspection
Administration charge of £10 for 6 months' reader's ticket
Collections Overview
Music manuscripts, archives of musicians and music societies
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