Walter R. Ihrke Papers

Collection

Identifier: 1989-0082

Staff Only

Scope and Content

The collection contains scores and recordings as well as correspondence, publications and documentation of Ihrke's "Automated Musical Training" ["Ihrke Method"].

Dates

undated, 1925-1988

Access

The collection is open and available for research.

Restrictions on Use

Permission to publish from these Papers must be obtained in writing from the owner(s) of the copyright.

Biography

Walter R. Ihrke received bachelor of music degrees in organ, composition and piano from the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music, master of music degrees in composition and piano from the University of Michigan and a doctorate in composition from the Eastman School of Music (Rochester, NY>).

Throughout his career, Ihrke was active as a composer, organist and pianist, writing extensively for modern dance, piano, orchestra, band, voice and chorus. Prior to his appointment at UConn, Ihrke was the Head of the Music Department at Mission House College (WI) and taught at Stephens College (MO) and Peabody College (TN).

In 1949, Dr. Ihrke was appointed Head of the Music Department at the University of Connecticut, a position he held until 1965. He continued to teach until his retirement in 1974.

Dr. Ihrke died on 8 August 1992 at the age of 84.

Extent

21.1 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Walter Ihrke, a composer and musician, served as Head of the Music Ddepartment at the University of Connecticut from 1949-1965. The collection contains scores and recordings as well as correspondence, publications and documentation of Ihrke's "Automated Musical Training" ["Ihrke Method"].