Reminiscences of Claire Raphael Reis, 1977.

Biographical Note

Author; interviewee married Arthur M. Reis

Scope and Contents

Texas childhood ; musical training, Berlin and Juilliard; role in opening Walden School, teaching; impressions of many modern composers, musical conductors and artists; involvement with People's Music League, 1912-22; formation, activities of League of Composers, tribute programs, use of radio and film, publication of MODERN MUSIC, support of contemporary and avant-garde music forms, international aspects; early electronic concerts; publications in music field, 1914-1968; history of Women's City Club, activities; New York City Center of Music and Drama opening, 1943, expansion and activities

Subjects

• Authors--Interviews.
• Electronic music.
• Interviews.
• League of Composers (U.S.)
• Music--20th century--History and criticism.
• Music--United States--Periodicals.
• Music--United States.
• Oral histories (literary works)
• Perlis, Vivian, interviewer.--http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/relators/ivr
• Reis, Claire R.--(Claire Raphael)--Interviews.