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Young Ambassadors (Musical group)

 Organization

Administrative History

Young Ambassadors (est. 1970) is a song and dance performing group from Brigham Young University.

In 1970, the Young Ambassadors performed for the first time internationally at Japan's Expo. Since then they have travelled and performed in more than 56 nations, and for such people as the prime minister of India, the queen of Thailand, and the King and Queen of Jordan. They perform contemporary music and dance and showcase America's culture, way of life, and musical theatre.

Citation:
youngambassadors.byu.edu, via WWW, Oct. 1, 2014 (Young Ambassadors; Japan Expo in 1970; more than 65 nations; prime minister of India, queen of Thailand, King and Queen of Jordan; contemporary music and dance; showcase America's culture, way of life, and musical theatre)

Found in 39 Collections and/or Records:

Department of Music performance group records, 1984-1996

 Sub-Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 5402 Series 4 Sub-Series 2
Scope and Contents

Materials include correspondence, programs, articles and memoranda concerning various performing groups including Lamanite Generation and Young Ambassadors, ensembles, bands, and chamber music. Also includes performance support, services, and calendars, and music and performance library files. Dated 1984-1996.

Dates: 1984-1996

Jane Thompson audio and video materials, 1960-2006

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 5663 Series 2
Scope and Contents

Contains audio and video materials featuring performing groups of Brigham Young University, Thompson, and others artists from her personal collection. Videos also include recordings of reunions and other Brigham Young University events. Materials incude audio and video tapes, reels, phonograph records, and compact discs. Dates range from 1960 to 2006.

Dates: 1960-2006

Jane Thompson books, 1941-2013

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 5663 Series 4
Scope and Contents

Contains various books from Thompson's personal collection. Some books include inscriptions and annotations. Dates range from 1945 to 2013.

Dates: 1941-2013

Jane Thompson clippings and articles, 1965-2012

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 5663 Series 6
Scope and Contents

Contains clippings, magazines, and other articles pertaining to a variety of subjects ranging from Thompson's career to performing groups and Brigham Young University. Dates range from 1965 to 2012.

Dates: 1965-2012

Jane Thompson collection of audio materials, 1960-2006

 Sub-Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 5663 Series 2 Sub-Series 2
Scope and Contents

Contains audio materials from various Brigham Young University performing groups, Thompson, and her personal collection of recordings. Materials include cassette tapes, audio reels, and compact discs. Dates range from 1960 to 2006.

Dates: 1960-2006

Jane Thompson collection of videorecordings, 1966-2006

 Sub-Series
Identifier: UA 5663 Series 2 Sub-Series 1
Scope and Contents

Contains video material from Brigham Young University performing groups, reunions, and personal life of Thompson. Materials include videotapes, film reels, and digital video formats. Dates range from 1966 to 2006.

Dates: 1966-2006

Jane Thompson negatives, 1947-2012

 Series — Box 39: Series 11 [Barcode: 31197235218606]
Identifier: UA 5663 Series 11
Scope and Contents

Contains photograph negatives from the life of Thompson as well the various Brigham Young University performing groups she was involved with. Dates range from 1947 to 2012.

Dates: 1947-2012

Jane Thompson papers on Brigham Young University performing groups, 1953-2009

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 5663 Series 8
Scope and Contents

Contains materials pertaining to various Brigham Young University performing groups including Young Ambassadors, Lamanite Generation, and others. Materials include itineraries, articles, programs, reunion information, pamphlets, and other production materials. Dates range from 1953 to 2009.

Dates: 1953-2009

Jane Thompson personal papers, 1943-2013

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 5663 Series 9
Scope and Contents

Contains materials pertaining to Thompson's personal life including notebooks, letters, programs, keepsakes, and other items of personal interest. Materials regard Thompson's mission, performing career, family, and retirement. Dates range from 1943 to 2013.

Dates: 1943-2013

Jane Thompson photographs, 1947-2012

 Series
Identifier: UA 5663 Series 10
Scope and Contents

Contains photographs from the life of Thompson as well the various Brigham Young University performing groups she was involved with. Dates range from 1947 to 2012.

Dates: 1947-2012