Over 250 16-inch broadcast transcriptions dated from July of 1941 through February of 1950, divided more or less evenly between news material (principally from the NBC "Blue" network) and "classical" music: largely orchestral music, with some opera selections.
Creators:
WNAD radio (now KXOU) and University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
Dates:
1941/1950
Repository/Collector:
University of North Texas Music Library
Repository/Collector Type:
College or university
City:
Denton
State:
Texas
Country:
United States
Collection ID:
06/030
Extent:
10 boxes
Content types:
Notated music, Performed music, and Spoken word
Formats:
Lacquer disc
Carrier types:
Audio disc
Languages:
English
Genres:
Classical, Orchestral, and Opera
Access statement:
Access to this collection is provided only by special arrangement. Please contact the UNT Music Library for more information.
Usage statement:
Reproduction and publication of materials in this collection are subject to the policies of the UNT Music Library. Copyright restrictions may apply.
Inventory description:
Online catalog record and Finding aid in Archon
Historical relevance:
Chronicles output of a campus radio station, historical news broadcasts, and local music and civic activity
Condition note:
Playable with proper equipment
Notes:
Discs may not all be glass-based, but the original collection name has persisted.