Identity area
Reference code
RB/CBS/MS
Unique identifier
GB 2198 RB/CBS/MS
Title
Records of the Caius Musical Society
Date(s)
- 1865-2002 (Creation)
Level of description
Fonds
Extent and medium
5 volumes; 2 items paper
Context area
Name of creator
Biographical history
The Caius Musical Society was founded on the 20th February 1865. It was managed by a committee consisting of a President, Secretary, Treasurer and four other members of the Society. Its aim was to organise musical concerts for the rest of the College.
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Transferred from the originating body to the College Library and then to the Archive.
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Records consist of minutes and concert books.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Open access - no restrictions.
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Finding aids
Allied materials area
Existence and location of originals
Existence and location of copies
Related units of description
See also:-
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the Precentors' records (PR)
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the papers of Charles Oscar Brink (PPC/COB) for the proceedings of the Musical Activities Committee
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the records of the Scales Club (CBS:SC).