Blake, Eubie, 1887-1983
Person
Dates
- Existence: 18870207 - 19830212
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Eubie and Marion Blake correspondence with Geraldine Vondy
Collection
Identifier: MS 3302
Abstract
The collection includes correspondence from musician Eubie Blake and his wife Marion T. Blake to Geraldine "Gerry" Vondy between 1960 and 1980. Also included is one photograph of Eubie Blake taken by Gerry Vondy. The letters mostly relate to ragtime concerts and the musical "EUBIE!;" the couple's travels both within the United States and abroad; and the Blakes' friendship with Gerry Vondy and her family. Additionally, the letters contain information about Eubie Blake's health in the final...
Dates:
1960-1980
Eubie Blake manuscript and ephemera collection
Collection
Identifier: MS 2800
Abstract
The Eubie Blake Manuscript and Ephemera Collection contains correspondence, manuscript materials, ephemera, awards, certificates, and other materials from the estate of Baltimore born composer and pianist James Hubert “Eubie” Blake (1887-1983). The materials span from circa 1905 to his death in 1983.
Dates:
circa 1905-1983
Eubie Blake photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: PP 0301
Abstract
This collection contains over 3,300 photographs and other materials from the estate of Baltimore born composer and pianist James Hubert “Eubie” Blake, circa 1908-1983.
Dates:
1908-1983