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Kastner, Alfred, 1870-1948

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1870 - 1948

biographical statement

Citation:
Grove Music Online, May 15, 2011: Kastner, Alfred (harpist, composer and teacher; studied with Antonio Zamara; harpist with Polish National Opera; played with New York Philharmonic; became principal harpist of Los Angeles Philharmonic, retiring in 1936)

Alfred Kastner papers, 1889-1948 (born in Vienna; graduated a first prize medalist; played with Queen's Hall Orchestra; moved to Los Angeles in 1919, and taught at the University of Southern California)

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Alfred Kastner papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 7837
Scope and Contents

The Alfred Kastner papers include harp scores and clippings, programs, and harp manuscripts, 1889-1948.

Dates: 1889-1948
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / Alfred Kastner papers

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