Identity area
Reference code
BA1.
Title
General correspondence,
Date(s)
- 1947-2010. (Creation)
Level of description
Series
Extent and medium
1 box + 31 folders.
Context area
Name of creator
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Content and structure area
Scope and content
General correspondence, 1947-2010, comprising mainly letters from performers (individuals, ensembles, orchestras, choirs, etc.), composers, librettists, artists, friends and other individuals. They relate to the commissioning and performance of Alun Hoddinott’s work, the commissioning of works by others, publication and recording of works, festivals (including the Cardiff Festival of Twentieth Century Music), working tours and visits. They often contain references of a personal nature and many are addressed to both the composer and his wife. Occasional replies are included.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Arranged alphabetically.
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Conditions governing access
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Notes area
Note
A few letters/cards to Rhiannon Hoddinott post-date the death of her husband.
Note
Preferred citation: BA1.
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Virtua system control number
vtls006123053
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Description identifier
Institution identifier
Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru = The National Library of Wales