A. L. Klemi papers

Collection — Box: Oversize 1

Identifier: IHRC1224

Staff Only

Abstract

Papers (1977-1980) of Finnish American composer A.L. Klemi (1874-1924) consist of the sheet music for three piano and vocal compositions.

Dates

1977-1980

Creator

Klemi, A. L., 1874-1924 (Person)

Language of Materials

English

ACCESS RESTRICTIONS

Open for use in the Elmer L. Andersen Library reading room.

OWNERSHIP & LITERARY RIGHTS

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HISTORICAL SKETCH

A. L. Klemi (1874-1924) was born in Iitti, Finland, the son of musically inclined parents. He received musical training early in life and attended three years of college. After college, he worked on the railroad as a telegrapher and station master in Russia and Finland, and composed several musical pieces. Klemi immigrated to the United States where he continued to compose music. He worked in the United States as a translator on Ellis Island, a motorman and conductor for a trolley line, and later in a music store.

Extent

1.5 Linear Feet

Additional Description

RELATED COLLECTIONS

Compositions by Klemi can also be found at IHRC in the collections of Edith Koivisto and Edward I. Riippa.

Subjects

Finnish American composers. Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Finnish Americans -- Music. Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings