Recordings, approximately 1955-2005, undated
Scope and Contents
Audiovisual recordings of performances and sessions by Irish dancers, musicians, and storytellers, many of whom were members of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann (CCÉ).
Dates
- Creation: approximately 1955-2005, undated
Creator
- From the Collection: Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann (Organization)
Language of Materials
This collection is primarily in English with some Irish.
Access Note
Collection is open for research.
Some audiovisual media in this collection have been digitally copied; all original media were retained, but may not be played due to format. Digital use copies can only be accessed in the Burns Library Reading Room.
The audio reels are not available for playback due to format impermanence and cannot be reformatted by Burns Library at this time. Please let Burns Library Public Services know of your specific interest; when it becomes possible we will schedule reformatting.
Full Extent
11.5 Linear Feet (16 containers)
Arrangement
Alphabetical by last name, group name, or media title.
Custodial History
Many of the recordings on CD in this collection were transferred by Ted McGraw from original audio reels and phonograph discs, both published and homemade. Some of the originals are also included in this collection; the majority are in the Ted McGraw collection at the Ward Irish Music Archives. McGraw made transfers to CD from his own extensive collection of Irish music recordings, which he also featured on his weekly radio show, "Irish Party House" (WGMC and WXXI, 1974-2017), and from recordings owned by others. He regularly gifted or sold the CDs at cost in order to increase access to historic recordings of Irish music performances.
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
John J. Burns Library
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