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University of Minnesota Libraries. Manuscripts Division. Performing Arts Archives. |
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213 Elmer L. Andersen Library, University of Minnesota, 222 21st Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55455 |
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Minnesota Orchestra Archives |
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Creator |
Leslie Czechowski |
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President's Records: Donald L. Engle |
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Date |
1971-78 |
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Abstract: |
This collection contains correspondence from Donald L. Engle relating to both administrative and artistic issues of the Orchestral Association. |
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Quantity: |
4 boxes (1.5 linear feet) |
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Collection ID: |
PA12, Series 2.1 |
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Location: |
Mezzanine |
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Donald L. Engle was the first professional president of the Minnesota Orchestral Association. Previous to his appointment the Association was managed by the elected President of the Board, the General Manager, and a few other staff.
The most notable accomplishment of Engle's tenure was the planning and construction of Orchestra Hall which opened to great acclaim in 1974.
The majority of the collection consists of copies of correspondence from Engle. There are few copies of incoming letters or memos. The collection includes both administrative and artistic correspondence, much of which focuses on fund raising and development activities. Also included are letters that document his professional activities and memberships, notably his work with the American Symphony Orchestra League and the National Committee for Symphony Orchestra Support.
Organization of the Collection |
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The collection is organized in chronological order. |
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Restrictions on Access
Materials are open to research without restriction except for portions designated as restricted, confidential, or sealed. For the latter material, prior permission in writing from the President of the Minnesota Orchestral Association is required.Permission to examine this collection will be granted to any qualified researcher upon completion of an application form. The original documents do not circulate and may only be used in the Reading Room of the Manuscripts Division.
Restrictions on Use Photoreproduction and audio reproduction of any materials in which the Minnesota Orchestral Association holds copyright, shall be performed only with the written permission of the MOA except for photoreproduction of any published materials of the Association in the public domain.
Index Terms |
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This collection is indexed under the following headings in the catalog of the University of Minnesota Libraries. Researchers desiring materials about related topics, persons or places should search the catalog using these headings. |
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Engle, Donald L. |
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Lyceum Theatre (Minneapolis, Minn.) |
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Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra |
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Minnesota Orchestra |
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Minnesota Orchestral Association |
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Northrop Memorial Auditorium (Minneapolis, Minn.) |
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Orchestra Hall (Minneapolis, Minn.) |
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University of Minnesota |
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Items discarded include multiple copies of correspondence, routine memos, and routine thank-you letters to donors.
Preferred Citation
President's Records: Donald L. Engle (PA12, Series 2.1), Minnesota Orchestra Archives, Performing Arts Archives, University of Minnesota Libraries, Minneapolis.Acquisition Transferred to the Archives in the early 1980s.
Processing Information The collection was processed and the finding aid written by Leslie Czechowski in February 2001.
The following section contains a detailed list of the materials in the collection.
Donald L. Engle Records 1971-78 |
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Because these correspondence files are arranged chronologically rather than by subject, important events or topics covered in each folder are listed below the dates. |
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1971 January-September |
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New House Committee and renovation of Lyceum Theatre |
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1971 January-September |
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Contract with University of Minnesota for use of Northrop Auditorium |
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1971 October-December |
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Annual Meeting minutes, 3 December 1971 |
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1971 October-December |
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Lyceum Theatre project |
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1972 January-August |
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Lyceum Theatre project |
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1972 January-August |
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Development activities, especially related to the Lyceum Theatre project and the Guaranty Fund |
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1972 September-December |
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Lester Davis contract arbitration |
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1972 September-December |
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Letter to Ford Foundation regarding New Dimensions Matching Fund |
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1972 September-December |
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New Hall project |
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1973 January-May |
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New Hall project |
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1973 June-October |
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New Hall project |
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1973 June-October |
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"Request for touring funds, 1973-74" |
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1973 September-December |
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Construction of Orchestra Hall |
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1974 January-April |
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Construction of Orchestra Hall |
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1974 January-April |
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Name change from M.S.O. to Minnesota Orchestra
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Box |
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1974 May-August |
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Name change from M.S.O. to Minnesota Orchestra; Construction of Orchestra Hall; Twin Cities Metropolitan Arts Alliance; Planning for opening of Orchestra Hall |
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1974 November-December |
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Copy of agreement among M.O.A., Marquette National Bank, IDS Properties regarding Orchestra Hall land; Opening of Orchestra Hall; Seating and sightline problems in Orchestra Hall |
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1974 September-October |
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Opening of Orchestra Hall |
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1975 January-February |
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Computer Services Study; Sightlines in Orchestra Hall |
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1975 July-August |
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Facilities in Orchestra Hall for handicapped persons |
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1975 March-April |
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Sightlines in Orchestra Hall |
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1975 May-June |
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1975 November-December |
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Board Bulletin No. 1 (11 Nov 1975); review of major Orchestra activities for Board members |
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1975 September-October |
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Facilities in Orchestra Hall for handicapped persons |
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Box |
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1976 January-February |
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1976 March-April |
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"Summary of Private Sector Funding Meeting" (25 Feb 1976); Stadium and arts funding bill in state ligislature; fundraising effort to meet matching requirement for Bush Foundation grant |
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1976 May-June |
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Draft of talk by Engle to annual meeting of Milwaukee Symphony regarding public funding for symphony orchestras; "Building Alterations in Orchestra Hall" |
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1976 September-October |
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Staff reorganization |
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1976 July-August |
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1976 November |
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Report on heating, cooling, and air-blancing systems in Orchestra Hall |
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1976 December |
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Report to Bush Foundation regarding challenge pledge; Staff Reorganization |
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1977 January-February |
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Letter of application for subsidy grant from Minnesota State Arts Board; "Summary of total support for years ending Aug. 31" [1973-76] |
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1977 March |
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1977 April-May |
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Letter to Ms. Lawrence regarding operation of Orchestra Hall and Minnesota Orchestra; "A preliminary report on the reorganization of the Association, 1976-77" |
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1977 June-August |
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Music director search |
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1977 September-November |
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Music Director search |
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1977-78 December-January |
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Music director search; correspondence regarding Engle's resignation |
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1978 February-May |
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Music director search; correspondence regarding Engle's resignation and his consultancy business |
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