Kent/Blossom Music Program, Records, 1968-2001

Finding Aid

Prepared by Virginia Dressler, July 13, 2006
1 record storage box, 1 cubic foot, 11th floor

Historical Note

Blossom Music Center was opened in 1967 by the Musical Arts Association in Cleveland to serve as a venue for summer concerts of the Cleveland Symphony Orchestra. A few years later, an affiliation between Blossom and Kent State University led to the development of a creative venue for the arts that included the departments of Music, Art and Theatre. The summer curriculum featured student recitals, artist lectures and specialized programs. Located in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, the Blossom Pavilion lies at the base of a natural bowl, offering excellent acoustics even on the hillside lawn seating. The pavilion was designed by Peter van Dijk and seats 5,700 people. Also located on the grounds are the Porthouse Theatre and Eells Gallery, both affiliated with Kent State.

Scope and Content

This collection is comprised of assorted programs, blueprints, papers, photographs, posters, flyers and early correspondence of the Kent/Blossom Music program, particularly from 1968-1980. Papers and correspondence regarding the conception of the Music Center and logistical information are also included. Blossom programs sponsored on-campus are included as well. Material will be added to this collection on an on-going basis.

Box 1

Folder -- Contents
  1. Admission Vouchers, 1996-2005
  2. Advertisements, October 13, 1969
  3. Application, Blossom, 1986-1988
  4. Application, Apprenticeship Program, Summer 1977
  5. Article, "Ohio's Flourishing Blossom," by John A. Flower, [no date]
  6. Blossom Festival School, Summer 1979
  7. Blossom Festival School, Summer 1981
  8. Blossom Festival School Art Program, Summer 1984
  9. Blossom Festival School Art Program, Summer 1985
  10. Blossom Festival School Art Program, Summer 1986
  11. Blueprints of Building Site, 1967-1970
  12. Brochure, 1968 Season
  13. Brochure, Summer 1969
  14. Brochure, Summer 1971
  15. Brochure, Summer 1983
  16. Brochure, Summer 2000
  17. Brochure, Summer 2001
  18. Calendar, Concert and Recital, Summer 1974
  19. Calendar, Concert and Recital, Summer 1978
  20. Calendar of Events, Summer 1987
  21. Clippings, [various dates]
  22. Contract, Musical Arts Association and KSU Foundation, May 18, 1967
  23. Correspondence, from Paul E. Beck (Portage National Bank) to Robert C. Troll (KSU Foundation), Spring 1968
  24. Correspondence, from Alvin C. Eurich to Robert I. White, February 1, 1967
  25. Correspondence, from Alvin C. Eurich to Wesley R. Baker, February 28, 1969
  26. Correspondence, from John A. Flower to Joint Committee, July 20, 1970
  27. Correspondence, from John A. Flower to Ralph Hazel, Alan Coogan and C. Brent DeVore, May 2, 1972
  28. Correspondence, from John A Flower to Alfred Rankin (Attorney), May 11, 1972
  29. Correspondence, from Attorney John D. Leech to Alfred M. Rankin, March 10, 1972
  30. Correspondence, from Lindsey Merrill (School of Music) to John H. Williams (Student Union) September 7, 1967
  31. Correspondence, from Title Company to John Leech, March 10, 1967
  32. Correspondence, from Gordon E. Weir to John D. Leech, May 15, 1972
  33. Correspondence, from Gordon Weir about Lighting, March 1971
  34. Correspondence, to Williams Asphalt Paving Company, Summer 1968
  35. Correspondence, Mass Mailing from Richard Worthing, July 14, 1978
  36. Correspondence, about Access Road, Winter 1968/ Spring 1969
  37. Correspondence, about MAA Land Transfer, May 1972
  38. Correspondence, Road Maintenance and Transfer Information, Fall 1971- Spring 1972
  39. Flyers, Music at the Museum, 1988-1995
  40. Information Report and Bid Information, Spring 1968
  41. Information Sheets, [no date]
  42. Information Sheets, Summer Season, Summer 1973
  43. Pamphlet, Summer 1970
  44. Periodical, Impresario, October 1968
  45. Periodical, Momentum, Vol. 1, No. 2, Summer 1970
  46. Periodical, Spectrum Vol. III, No. 3, May, 1968
  47. Photographs, Miscellaneous, [no date]
  48. Posters, Ohiorama, June 1968
  49. Poster, Summer 1976
  50. Poster, Summer 1983
  51. Press Release, [no date]
  52. Press Release, Summer 1972
  53. Programs, 1970-1979
  54. Programs, 1980-1989
  55. Proposal, Original Concept of Blossom, by Professor H. Kitner, March 4, 1969
  56. Promotional Materials, Summer 1989