Collection: Hans L. Bilger Papers

Scope and Contents

The Hans L. Bilger Papers consist chiefly of Bilger's compositions, both published and in manuscript. They also include music by other composers, song lyrics, two concert programs, and drawings of historical musical instruments.

Dates

1918-1939 (inclusive)

Creator

Bilger, Hans L., 1896-1968

Language of Materials

In English.

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open to researchers by appointment. There are no restricted materials in the collection. Please contact the Special Collections staff to schedule an appointment.

Conditions Governing Use

The Hans L. Bilger Papers are the physical property of the Irving S. Gilmore Music Library of Yale University. Copyrights belong to the composers and authors, or their legal heirs and assigns.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

The Hans L. Bilger Papers were established in the Music Library of Yale University by Bilger's niece, Linda Murray Berzok, in 2005.

Arrangement

Organized into two series: I. Music. II. Miscellaneous.

Extent

0.5 Linear Feet (1 box)

Catalog Record

A record for this collection is available in Orbis, the Yale University Library catalog

Persistent URL

https://hdl.handle.net/10079/fa/music.mss.0095

Additional Description

Overview

Music by the American composer Hans L. Bilger (1896-1968)

Biographical / Historical

The American composer Hans L. Bilger (1896-1968) received the B.M. degree from the Yale School of Music in 1920. He was active in Connecticut in the 1930s. Further biographical information is not available.