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 Collection
Identifier: IJS-0288

Ken Gallacher papers

Creator

Dates

  • Majority of material found within 1959 - 2001

Scope and Contents

The bulk of this collection contains correspondence between Scottish journalist Ken Gallacher and various jazz musicians, including Sir Charles Thompson, Pee Wee Russell, Ralph Sutton, Bud Freeman, Peanuts Hucko, Kenny Davern, Dick Sudhalter, Billy Butterfield, Keith Ingman, Bob Haggart, and Yank Lawson. The correspondence includes 159 letters and postcards dated 1959 through 2001. The collection also includes letters Gallacher received from readers of his jazz newspaper column, as well as, printed discographies, concert and festival programs, ticket stubs, and articles.

Extent

0.5 Cubic Feet

Language of Materials

The collection is primarily in English and French.

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for use.