Frederic Myrow Collection
Collection No.: 1006
Description: Collection consists of manuscript scores, manuscript sheet music, recordings, correspondence, personal collection of books, scores, and recordings of Frederic Myrow. Fred Myrow was born in Brooklyn, New York in 1939, moving to Hollywood at age six where his father, film composer Joseph Myrow wrote the Frank Sinatra hit, "You Make Me Feel So Young," among many other songs. His grandfather, Irving Mills, had launched the publishing house, Mills Music, served as the musical director at the Cotton Club in Harlem, New York, and managed Duke Ellington and Cab Calloway. Frederic Myrow attended USC, and was a highly influential composer for film, theater, and the concert stage.
Extent: 72 linear feet
Finding Aid Available.
Formats: Audio Discs, Music Scores, Rare Books
Topics: Cinema, Los Angeles, Music, USC
Access: COLLECTION STORED OFF-SITE: Advance notice required for access.
Use of this collection is by appointment only.
Please contact:
Stephanie Bonjack, Head, Music Library
Email: bonjack@usc.edu
Phone: 213-740-2926
Fax: 213-821-3093