Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Wrancher, Elizabeth, 1930-
- Abstract:
- The Wrancher, Elizabeth mss., 1943-2002, consist of correspondence, photographs, printed material, and personal ephemera related to opera singer Elizabeth Wrancher.
- Extent:
- 6 linear feet
- Language:
- English .
- Preferred citation:
[Item], Wrancher, Elizabeth mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.
Background
- Biographical / Historical:
Elizabeth Ann Wrancher, 1930-2012, was a music educator and opera singer from Indianapolis, Indiana. After receiving her Bachelor of Music at Indiana University in 1955, Wrancher traveled to Germany as a Fulbright Scholar and continued to perform as a lyric dramatic soprano throughout Europe for the next 13 years. Wrancher was the first American to win first prize in the International Music Contest. In 1968, she joined the voice faculty at the University of South Florida, leaving in 1974 to join the faculty and develop the vocal program at University of Central Florida. Wrancher also worked as a consultant for Disney World from 1987 to her death.
- Scope and Content:
The collection consists of reviews, recital recordings, dialogue scripts, and other materials related to Elizabeth Wrancher's opera career. Also included are photo albums, negatives, and costume photos, as well as correspondence (both personal and professional). A sizeable collection of personal ephemera, including Fulbright Scholar materials, medals, yearbooks, journals, and a black dress, complete the collection.
- Acquisition information:
- Gift: 2014
- Arrangement:
The collection is arranged following original order.
- Physical location:
- ALF (Auxiliary Library Facility)
Indexed Terms
- Subjects:
- Music
opera
Indiana University
Access
- RESTRICTIONS:
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This collection is open for research.Â
- TERMS OF ACCESS:
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Prior arrangements are not necessary before coming to the Library. However, patrons from out of town are encouraged to communicate with the Library in advance of their visits to ascertain availability of materials. Photocopying permitted only with permission of the curator.
- PREFERRED CITATION:
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[Item], Wrancher, Elizabeth mss., Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana.
- CAMPUS:
- Indiana University Bloomington
- LOCATION OF THIS COLLECTION:
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1200 East Seventh StreetBloomington, Indiana 47405-5500, USA
- CAMPUS:
- Indiana University Bloomington
- CONTACT:
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(812) 855-2452liblilly@indiana.edu