Audio recordings, 1920s-circa 1990
Scope and Contents
These papers document the musical careers of brothers William F. and Michael C. Hanafin, Irish traditional musicians who immigrated to Boston in the late 19th century. The collection contains materials from the two brothers and their family members. They include articles; audio recordings of the Hanafins and their musical associates; correspondence; a fife; photographs; and sheet music.
Dates
- Creation: 1920s-circa 1990
Creator
- From the Collection: Hanafin, Thomas M. (Person)
Access Note
Collection is open for research.
Audio recordings 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.
Full Extent
1 Linear Feet (2 containers)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Processing Information
At the time of audio digitization, some of the Hanafins' recordings were determined to be either duplicates of other recordings in the collection or dubs of published albums. These items have been removed, resulting in some gaps in the media numbering.
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 USA
617-552-4861
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